Weekend Journeys Are Not Necessarily Quicker


When you’re stuck in weekday commuter traffic, it seems easy to assume that travelling on the weekend would be easier. However, traffic data suggests that the differences for many journeys are often non-existent.

An analysis of Sydney traffic data collected by the SUNA system and compiled by GPS manufacturer Navman found minimal journey and speed differences on many common trips. A journey from Sydney Airport to the CBD was only 30 seconds faster on weekends, and average speeds on that trip are virtually the same regardless of the day. The one factor that differs is when activity peaks: on weekdays it is between 6:15am and 10:00am, while on weekends it slips to between 10:00am and 2:00pm.

While Navman argues that the data shows the advantage you can get from having live traffic updates on your GPS, it also highlights a more fundamental truth: avoiding traffic problems isn’t easy. Which routes do you find better on the weekend? Share your stories in the comments.


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