Traffic Summary for Jagodina
In 2024, Jagodina's transportation landscape is dominated by walking, with half of the population choosing this eco-friendly mode. Despite the high percentage of walkers, car usage remains significant, contributing to CO2 emissions and traffic inefficiencies.
Average Commute Times
- Car - Car commuters spend 20 minutes driving over a distance of 15 km, with no waiting time.
- Walking - Walking commuters spend 12.5 minutes walking and 5 minutes waiting, covering a distance of 1.75 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the summer months as tourists visit Jagodina's attractions. Winter sees a slight decrease in walking as residents opt for warmer transport options.
Commuter Pain Points
Limited public transport options can lead to increased reliance on cars. Pedestrian pathways are sometimes overcrowded, especially during peak hours.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings and late evenings are the best times to travel to avoid congestion. Midday sees the highest pedestrian traffic, particularly in the city center.
Event Impacts
Public events at the Jagodina Zoo and Aqua Park significantly increase traffic, especially on weekends. Festivals and local celebrations can lead to temporary road closures and detours.
Sustainability Efforts
Jagodina is exploring the expansion of green spaces to encourage walking and cycling. Initiatives to increase electric vehicle charging stations are underway to promote cleaner transport.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services are gradually gaining popularity, offering an alternative to car ownership. These services help reduce the number of vehicles on the road, easing congestion during peak times.
Traffic Rankings
The Traffic Index for Serbia combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Serbia, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
Traffic Data
Overall average travel
Average when primarily using Car
Average when primarily using Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Promoting cycling and public transport could reduce CO2 emissions and improve traffic efficiency.
Investing in pedestrian infrastructure can support the high percentage of walkers and enhance safety.
Key Indexes
EmissionsJagodina's CO2 emissions index is relatively high at 1973.33, indicating a need for more sustainable practices.
Efforts to reduce car usage could significantly lower emissions.
TimeThe average commute time index is 25, reflecting moderate traffic conditions.
Walking remains the most time-efficient mode of transport in the city.
InefficiencyThe traffic inefficiency index stands at 30.05, suggesting room for improvement in traffic management.
Reducing car dependency could enhance overall traffic flow.