Recent research by Trainline shows that the number of people in the U.K. spending more than three hours getting to work and back has doubled since before the pandemic. Super-commuters, defined as those with journeys of least 90 minutes one way, now spend at least two hours traveling in each direction. Notably, despite their lengthy commutes, three-quarters reported being happier, citing benefits like a better work-life balance and reduced living costs.
Most professionals who moved far from the office during the pandemic credit hybrid work for their new commuting habits, allowing them to maintain their suburban lifestyles while heading to the office three days a week. They end up wasting at least 12 hours traveling weekly, yet many express satisfaction with their choices. Surprisingly, this trend of super-commuting is not confined to the U.K.; similar patterns are observed in the United States.
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