Traffic Summary for Tromso
In 2024, Tromso's primary modes of transportation are walking and bus, with a significant portion of the population relying on these methods. The city faces challenges with CO2 emissions and traffic inefficiency, but there are opportunities for improvement in public transport systems.
Average Commute Times
- Bus - Bus commuters spend about 4.8 minutes waiting and 24 minutes on the bus, with a total travel distance of 5.64 km.
- Walking - Walking commutes average 20.67 minutes, covering a distance of 1.87 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Winter months often see increased bus usage due to harsh weather conditions. Summer tends to have more people walking, as the weather is more conducive to outdoor activities.
Commuter Pain Points
Long waiting times for buses during peak hours. Limited options for alternative transportation modes like cycling.
Best Travel Times
Traveling outside of peak hours, such as mid-morning or early afternoon, can reduce commute times. Weekends generally have lighter traffic, making them ideal for travel.
Event Impacts
Public events and festivals can lead to temporary road closures and increased traffic congestion. Planning travel around major events can help avoid delays.
Sustainability Efforts
Tromso is investing in electric buses to reduce emissions. The city is expanding pedestrian zones to encourage walking.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, providing flexible commuting options. These services help reduce the number of private cars on the road, easing congestion.
Traffic Rankings
The Traffic Index for Norway combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Norway, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
Traffic Data
Overall average travel
Average when primarily using Bus
Average when primarily using Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Enhancing the efficiency of bus services could significantly reduce commute times and emissions.
Promoting walking and cycling could further decrease CO2 emissions and improve public health.
Key Indexes
EmissionsTromso's CO2 emissions index is at 600, indicating a need for sustainable practices.
Efforts to reduce emissions could focus on enhancing public transport efficiency.
TimeThe average commute time index is 30.25, reflecting moderate travel times.
Strategies to reduce waiting times could improve overall commute efficiency.
InefficiencyThe traffic inefficiency index stands at 80.69, suggesting room for improvement.
Addressing bottlenecks in bus routes could enhance traffic flow.
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