Is 16 blocks too far to walk everyday to work?

Question

I live 16 blocks from a potential new job, is that too far to walk back and forth everyday?....on the way back from work I might be walking those 16 blocks at night time..im not familiar with walking distances, is this too far? how long will it take?

thanks in advance for any answers.

Answer 1

It's hard to judge, block lengths can vary a lot.  I think it would be a good idea to try the walk and see how long it takes you.  Walking to work is a great idea if you can do it, it's good for you and good for the environment.  Just make sure you wear comfy walking shoes, and bring shoes to wear at work if you need to.

Answer 2

How long is a block? People used to walk everywhere. If you have the time sure why not.

Answer 3

my grandpa walked 8 miles one way to and from work at a coal mine before unions and he lived to be 88 so unless u are a tard and like to run infront of cars it probably wont kill u

Answer 4

Not at all...it's probably about 1-1.5 miles or so.  In big cities like NYC, it's the norm to walk everywhere.  If you're worried about walking at night, take a few self defense classes, be smart, be alert, walk tall, you should be fine.  I wish I only lived 16 blocks from work and class!

Answer 5

a girl, walking 16 blocks at night, is not good...these days guys aren't even safe anymore

Answer 6

Ya but if your desperate to save money and your not likely to sweat--go for it!

I agree it's not safe.