Traffic Summary for Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung, a bustling city in Taiwan, presents a diverse range of transportation options for its residents. In 2024, motorcycles dominate the commuting landscape, with significant usage of cars and public transport.
Average Commute Times
- Bus - Bus commuters spend about 45 minutes on the bus, with an additional 5 minutes waiting.
- Car - Car users experience a driving time of 51.67 minutes over a distance of 50 km.
- Train - Train commuters spend 28 minutes on the train and 10 minutes walking, totaling 40 minutes.
- Walking - Walking commutes average 16 minutes over a distance of 8.9 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the summer months as tourists visit the city. Winter sees a slight decrease in motorcycle usage due to cooler temperatures.
Commuter Pain Points
Long wait times for buses can be frustrating for commuters. Car users face significant delays during peak hours due to congestion.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings before 7 AM are ideal for avoiding traffic congestion. Late evenings after 8 PM offer smoother travel conditions.
Event Impacts
Public events, such as festivals, can lead to temporary road closures and increased traffic. Sporting events at major venues often result in localized congestion.
Sustainability Efforts
Kaohsiung is investing in expanding its public transportation network to reduce reliance on cars. The city promotes cycling and walking through improved infrastructure and awareness campaigns.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, helping to reduce the number of private vehicles on the road. These services provide flexible commuting options, especially during peak hours.
Traffic Rankings
The Traffic Index for Taiwan combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Taiwan, 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 Train
Average when primarily using Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Motorcycles are the most popular mode of transport, accounting for 42.86% of commutes.
High CO2 emissions highlight the need for sustainable transportation solutions.
Key Indexes
EmissionsKaohsiung has a CO2 emission index of 4111.54, indicating high levels of emissions.
Efforts to reduce emissions could focus on increasing public transport usage.
TimeThe average time index is 27.15, reflecting moderate commute durations.
Traffic congestion contributes to increased travel times, especially for car users.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index stands at 220.68, suggesting room for improvement in traffic flow.
Enhancing traffic management systems could alleviate inefficiencies.