What are the disadvantages of a long commute?

Even if you wake up feeling refreshed and optimistic, you may not feel the same way once you reach your office. Research has linked long commutes to a host of negative health impacts, from increased stress and poorer cardiovascular health to greater pollution exposure.



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Christopher Fitzgerald, a Cedars-Sinai internal medicine physician, frequently sees patients for issues like high blood pressure, back pain, weight gain, and stress that can be caused or worsened by long commutes.

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Research has linked long commutes to a host of negative health impacts, from increased stress and poorer cardiovascular health to greater pollution exposure. Here, learn how your commute can negatively impact your health, and the simple measures you can take to offset the detrimental effects.

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Commuting also has significant psychological and social costs. It can be a major cause of stress, due to its unpredictability and a sense of loss of control. Commuters can experience boredom, social isolation, anger, and frustration from problems like traffic or delays.

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The stress of commuting can leave you feeling more fatigued. Inactive commuting can be detrimental to your health. Longer commute means long sitting hours which can hurt your health, increase your waistline, cause joint stiffness and back pain.

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If you commute more than 35 minutes a day, then you are at greater risk of work-related burnout.

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Let's Talk About The Disadvantages Of Living Close To Work
  • No time to read. My college commute was a good 90 minutes in a single direction. ...
  • Fewer food options. ...
  • No alternate mode of transport. ...
  • Less motivation to WFH. ...
  • More frequently late to work. ...
  • In closing.


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What is the average commute time? According to a study by the TUC , the average time spent travelling to and from work in the UK is 59 minutes per day.

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It is generally acceptable to commute to work by car from 30 minutes to 60 minutes, especially in big cities. What is a good distance to commute to work?

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People who commute 90 minutes or more are more likely to have back and neck pain, and long commute times also up your blood pressure and anxiety levels. Then there's also the time suck of it all.

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Tips to Help You Survive Your Long Commute
  1. Leave 15 minutes earlier. ...
  2. Be strategic. ...
  3. Take control of your environment. ...
  4. Pack snacks. ...
  5. Leave your car at home (if you can) ...
  6. Minimize screen-staring. ...
  7. Keep a regular schedule.


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And in 2022, Gallup found that commutes of just 30 minutes are linked to higher stress and anger. After being able to avoid commuting during the pandemic, even half an hour now feels intolerable for many people.

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Commuting from home to work should be less than 50 miles and within 30 minutes, and the surrounding area of your workplace should be within 50 miles of your home. It is ideal for commuters to take at least 5 minutes to commute to work, and the one-way commute should take more than 16 minutes.

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