Top 10 cities in the world with worst traffic, two Indian cities on this list

London, UK

London tops the list of cities with the worst traffic in the world. With an average travel time of 37 minutes and 20 seconds for a 10 km journey, the city has experienced a slight increase of 1 minute from 2022. The congestion level stands at 45%, resulting in 148 hours lost annually due to traffic, with an average speed of 14 km/h.

Dublin, Ireland

Dublin follows closely with an average travel time of 29 minutes and 30 seconds, also seeing a minute increase compared to 2022. The congestion level is notably high at 66%, leading to 158 hours lost per year, with an average driving speed of 16 km/h.

Toronto, Canada

Toronto ranks third, with an average travel time of 29 minutes, showing an increase of 50 seconds from the previous year. The city experiences a congestion level of 42%, resulting in 98 hours lost annually due to traffic, and an average driving speed of 18 km/h.

Milan, Italy

Milan reports an average travel time of 28 minutes and 50 seconds, marking a 20-second increase from 2022. With a congestion level of 45%, the city loses approximately 137 hours yearly due to traffic, maintaining an average driving speed of 17 km/h.

Lima, Peru

Lima’s average travel time is 28 minutes and 30 seconds, showing a significant increase of 1 minute and 20 seconds compared to the previous year. The city faces a congestion level of 61%, resulting in 157 hours lost annually, with an average speed of 17 km/h.

Bengaluru, India

Bengaluru records an average travel time of 28 minutes and 10 seconds, indicating a slight decrease of 1 minute from 2022. The congestion level is high at 63%, leading to 132 hours lost per year due to traffic, with an average driving speed of 18 km/h.

Pune, India

Pune follows closely with an average travel time of 27 minutes and 50 seconds, showing an increase of 30 seconds from the previous year. The congestion level stands at 57%, resulting in 128 hours lost annually, with an average speed of 19 km/h.

Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest reports an average travel time of 27 minutes and 40 seconds, marking a 20-second increase from 2022. The congestion level is at 55%, leading to 150 hours lost per year due to traffic, with an average driving speed of 17 km/h.

Manila, Philippines

Manila records an average travel time of 27 minutes and 20 seconds, showing a 20-second increase compared to the previous year. The congestion level is 46%, resulting in 105 hours lost annually, with an average speed of 19 km/h.

Brussels, Belgium

Brussels rounds out the list with an average travel time of 27 minutes, indicating a 20-second increase from 2022. The congestion level stands at 37%, leading to 104 hours lost per year due to traffic, with an average driving speed of 18 km/h.

Impact of Traffic Congestion

Traffic congestion in these cities significantly affects the daily lives of commuters:

Delayed travel times: Commuters spend more time on the road, reducing time available for other activities.
Reduced productivity: Time lost in traffic translates to less productive hours at work.
Lower quality of life: Increased stress levels and reduced personal time affect overall well-being.

Conclusion

Cities with the worst traffic, such as London, Dublin, and Toronto, highlight the global issue of urban traffic congestion. Indian cities like Bengaluru and Pune also face severe traffic challenges, impacting millions daily. Addressing traffic congestion requires comprehensive urban planning and efficient public transportation systems to improve travel times and enhance the quality of life for city dwellers.

(Source: TOMTOM Traffic Index Ranking 2023)