Sep 13, 2024 - News
A speedy commute
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Phoenix is among the big U.S. cities where commuters run into the least traffic, at least measured by how fast we're able to drive, per a new report from Lyft.
The big picture: Lyft rides to or from work locations in Phoenix during peak commute times reached an average speed of just under 27 miles per hour over the last year.
- That's much quicker than many East Coast cities, where some average speeds are less than 15 miles per hour.
What they did: The company analyzed public data sources and millions of Lyft rides to identify cities with the shortest, cheapest and greenest commutes.
- Phoenix had one of the least expensive commutes based on parking, gas and public transportation costs.
The bottom line: When you're frustrated by the Broadway Curve construction traffic, take a moment to appreciate we don't live in Philadelphia or Boston.