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Barcelona's 41% Traffic Congestion Reshapes How Residents Navigate Daily Life

A congestion rate of 41.1 percent and extended travel times influence how people reach work, appointments and family obligations across the city.

By Barcelona News Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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Barcelona recorded an average traffic congestion level of 41.1% in 2025, 0.7 percentage points higher than in 2024. During the 2025 rush hour, average speed was 15.9 km/h, and a 10-kilometre drive averaged 32 minutes and 37 seconds. Drivers lost 109 hours to rush-hour traffic during the year.

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