Traffic in Bahawalpur

In 2024, Bahawalpur's traffic landscape is dominated by walking and car usage, each accounting for 50% of the commuting methods.

The city experiences moderate CO2 emissions with an index of 1626, reflecting the balance between pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

Average Commute Times

The average commute involves 6 minutes of driving and 3.5 minutes of walking, covering a distance of 4.75 km.

  • Car - Car commutes average 12 minutes of driving over a distance of 8 km.
  • Walking - Walking commutes take about 7 minutes, with additional 3 minutes for other activities, covering 1.5 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Walking
50%
Car
50%

Traffic Data

The following traffic data has been gathered from 2 user contributions.
Overall average travel
Distance
3.0 miles
Walking
3.5 mins
Driving Car
6.0 mins
Bicycle
1.0 mins
Motorcycle
0.0 mins
Other
1.5 mins
Total:
12.0 mins
Average when primarily using Car
Distance
5.0 miles
Driving Car
12.0 mins
Total:
12.0 mins
Average when primarily using Walking
Distance
0.9 miles
Walking
7.0 mins
Bicycle
2.0 mins
Motorcycle
0.0 mins
Other
3.0 mins
Total:
12.0 mins

More Information

Seasonal Trends

Traffic tends to increase during the summer months as more people travel by car to avoid the heat.

Winter sees a rise in walking as temperatures become more comfortable for pedestrians.

Commuter Pain Points

Limited public transport options can make commuting challenging for those without access to a car.

Traffic congestion during peak hours can lead to delays, particularly for car commuters.

Best Travel Times

Early mornings and late evenings are the best times to travel to avoid congestion.

Midday offers a quieter period for those who prefer walking.

Event Impacts

Public events and festivals can significantly impact traffic, leading to increased congestion.

Planning travel around these events can help avoid delays.

Sustainability Efforts

The city is exploring initiatives to increase green spaces and pedestrian-friendly zones.

Efforts to introduce more cycling lanes are underway to promote sustainable commuting.

Ride-Sharing Impact

Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, offering a flexible alternative to car ownership.

These services help reduce the number of vehicles on the road, easing congestion.

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Traffic Rankings

The Traffic Index for Pakistan combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Pakistan, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
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