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To explore the relationship between ideal and actual working from home frequency and commute durations.

February 26, 2026European transport studies.Open Access

Working from home and commute duration: An exploration of ideal and actual measures

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Study investigates ideal and actual commute durations and WFH frequency, suggesting diverse worker segments.

To explore the relationship between ideal and actual working from home frequency and commute durations.
Analyzed data from a 2023 travel survey of University College London staff.
Used multiple regression and cluster (segmentation) analyses.
Identified distinct worker segments based on commute characteristics.
Average actual commute duration was 58 minutes, while the ideal was 34 minutes.
Participants were grouped into five distinct segments based on their commuting patterns and WFH preferences.
Higher-burden clusters consisted of workers from outer London areas relying on rail transport.

Mehdizadeh et al. (2026) studied this question.

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