Traffic Summary for Yilan
In 2024, Yilan, Taiwan, sees walking as the predominant mode of transportation, with 100% of commuters choosing this eco-friendly option. Despite the reliance on walking, Yilan faces challenges with CO2 emissions and traffic inefficiency.
Average Commute Times
- Walking - Walking is the sole mode of transport, with an average time of 5 minutes for a distance of 1 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic patterns in Yilan remain consistent throughout the year due to the dominance of walking. Seasonal weather changes have minimal impact on commute times.
Commuter Pain Points
Limited public transport options may inconvenience those unable to walk long distances. Infrastructure improvements are needed to support pedestrian safety and comfort.
Best Travel Times
Any time of day is suitable for travel in Yilan, given the reliance on walking. Avoiding peak midday heat can enhance the walking experience.
Event Impacts
Public events can increase foot traffic, but generally do not cause significant delays. Event organizers are encouraged to provide clear pedestrian pathways to maintain flow.
Sustainability Efforts
Yilan is exploring initiatives to increase green spaces and reduce urban heat, supporting the walking culture. Programs to educate residents on sustainable practices are being considered.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services have minimal impact on Yilan's traffic due to the high percentage of walking. Future integration of ride-sharing could focus on complementing pedestrian travel.
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 Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Walking is the most efficient and popular mode of transportation in Yilan.
Addressing CO2 emissions remains a critical challenge despite the low reliance on motorized transport.
Key Indexes
EmissionsYilan has a CO2 emission index of 532, indicating significant emissions despite the high rate of walking.
Efforts to reduce emissions could focus on enhancing green spaces and promoting sustainable practices.
TimeThe time index is 7, reflecting minimal delays in the predominantly pedestrian traffic.
Walking as the main mode of transport contributes to efficient travel times.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index stands at 2.57, suggesting room for improvement in traffic management.
Strategies to enhance pedestrian infrastructure could further reduce inefficiencies.