Abstract This paper examines the time spent commuting to/from work by workers in fifteen European countries, during the last three decades, with the aim of analyzing recent trends in commuting and the factors affecting commuting behavior. Using data from several waves of the European Working Conditions Survey, results show a significant gender gap in commuting time in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and the UK, with male workers devoting more time to commuting than their female counterparts. We further explore the factors related to commuting time, documenting a level of heterogeneity in commuting behavior as certain determinants of commuting time differ across countries. By analyzing the evolution of commuting time in Europe in recent decades, and the associated factors, our analysis may serve to guide future planning programs.
Highlights Examines the time spent commuting in fifteen European countries, during the last three decades. Data from several waves of the European Working Conditions Survey is used. Significant gender gap in commuting time in several countries, but not all countries. Cross-country heterogeneity in commuting behavior regarding determinants. Analysis may serve to guide future planning programs.
Trends in commuting time of European workers: A cross-country analysis
Transport Policy ; 116 ; 327-342
2021-12-24
16 pages
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
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