Traffic Troubles:  The 10 cities with the worst congestion

Despite efforts to improve public transport and reduce emissions, the roads in London remain notoriously crowded. Every year, car owners in London have to wait 325 hours in rush hour congestion.

London, UK

Bengaluru is notorious for its nightmarish traffic jams. Drivers here spend a whopping 260 hours (almost 11 days) per year delayed in peak hour gridlock. 

Bengaluru, India

Traffic in Dublin is often hellish, especially during rush hours. The city faces challenges in managing traffic flow with cars driving at a measly 17 kmph on average during rush hours.

Dublin, Ireland

The city's steep terrain further adds to traffic problems, as inhabitants spend an average of 27 minutes and 40 seconds driving just 10 kilometres.

Sapporo, Japan

Milan's traffic congestion is a daily struggle. Narrow streets, a high volume of vehicles, and limited public transport contribute to the city's notorious gridlock, testing commuters' patience.

Milan, Italy

Congestion is a major challenge for the Romanian capital's residents.

Bucharest, Romania

Pune, India

Narrow roads, a burgeoning population, and a lack of proper public transportation infrastructure contribute to Pune's traffic woes.

Travelling by car in Peru's capital and largest city takes an average of little over 27 minutes to travel 10 kilometre in the city centre.

Lima, Peru

Residents in Manila squander 241 hours every year in rush hour traffic.

Manila, Philippines

Traffic in Bogota, Colombia's capital city, remains a major issue, with residents wasting 249 hours each year delayed in traffic.

Bogota, Colombia