Traffic in Pohang

In 2024, Pohang's transportation landscape is dominated by bus usage and home-based work, reflecting a shift in commuting patterns.With significant CO2 emissions and inefficiency indexes, Pohang faces challenges in optimizing its traffic systems.

Average Commute Times

The average commute involves a 5-minute wait and a 38-minute bus ride, covering a distance of 6.1 km.

  • Bus - Bus commuters experience a 5-minute wait and a 38-minute journey, with a total travel distance of 6.1 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Bus
50%
Home
50%

Traffic Data

The following traffic data has been gathered from 2 user contributions.
Overall average travel
Distance
3.8 miles
Walking
10.0 mins
Waiting
5.0 mins
Bus / Trolley
38.0 mins
Total:
53.0 mins
Average when primarily using Bus
Distance
3.8 miles
Walking
10.0 mins
Waiting
5.0 mins
Bus / Trolley
38.0 mins
Total:
53.0 mins

More Information

Seasonal Trends

Traffic tends to increase during the summer months as tourists visit Pohang's coastal attractions.

Winter sees a slight decrease in traffic, with more residents opting for remote work due to colder weather.

Commuter Pain Points

Long wait times for buses can be frustrating for commuters, especially during peak hours.

Limited transportation options outside of buses may inconvenience those without access to private vehicles.

Best Travel Times

Early mornings before 7 AM and late evenings after 8 PM are the best times to avoid traffic congestion.

Midday travel between 11 AM and 2 PM is also relatively smooth.

Event Impacts

Public events, such as festivals and sports matches, can significantly increase traffic, particularly around event venues.

Planning alternative routes during these events can help avoid delays.

Sustainability Efforts

Pohang is investing in electric buses to reduce emissions and improve air quality.

The city is also exploring bike-sharing programs to encourage eco-friendly commuting.

Ride-Sharing Impact

Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, offering flexible and convenient travel options.

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

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Traffic Rankings

The Traffic Index for South Korea combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in South Korea, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
Worst to BestUpdated: Oct, 2025