Traffic Summary for Kragujevac
In 2024, Kragujevac's transportation landscape is dominated by walking and cycling, each accounting for a third of all commutes. Despite the reliance on eco-friendly modes, the city faces challenges with CO2 emissions and traffic inefficiencies.
Average Commute Times
- Bus - Bus commuters spend about 20 minutes on the bus and 10 minutes walking, totaling 30 minutes per trip.
- Car - Car users experience a driving time of 15 minutes, with minimal walking involved.
- Walking - Walking is a popular choice, with an average commute time of 22.5 minutes for a distance of 2.5 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the winter months as more people opt for cars over bicycles. Summer sees a rise in cycling and walking, reducing congestion on the roads.
Commuter Pain Points
Limited public transport options lead to longer wait times and reliance on cars. Traffic congestion during peak hours increases commute times and emissions.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings before 8 AM and late evenings after 7 PM are the best times to avoid traffic. Midday travel is generally smoother due to reduced congestion.
Event Impacts
Public events in the city center can cause significant traffic disruptions, especially during weekends. Planning alternative routes during events can help mitigate delays.
Sustainability Efforts
Kragujevac is investing in cycling infrastructure to promote eco-friendly commuting. The city is exploring electric buses to reduce emissions from public transport.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, offering flexible commuting options and reducing the need for personal cars. These services help decrease parking demand and can alleviate congestion in busy areas.
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 Bus
Average when primarily using Car
Average when primarily using Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Promoting cycling and walking can further reduce CO2 emissions and improve public health.
Enhancing public transport infrastructure could alleviate inefficiencies and reduce commute times.
Key Indexes
EmissionsThe CO2 emissions index is relatively high at 798.33, indicating room for improvement in reducing emissions.
Efforts to increase the use of public transport and cycling could help lower this index.
TimeThe average time index is 22.83, reflecting moderate commute times across the city.
Improving public transport efficiency could reduce overall commute times.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index stands at 19.42, suggesting that there are delays and potential improvements in traffic flow.
Addressing bottlenecks and optimizing traffic signals could enhance efficiency.