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Am I mad to be switching my hybrid job for long commute?

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Alice226 · 23/03/2026 10:21

As above really - I currently work two/three days a week in a local office, with the others at home and have great flexibility.

For various reasons, I am seeking a new job and have found 2/3 of real interest.

The ‘issue’ is that there would be a daily commute of c.1 hour each way (2 hour round trip each day).

I am now doubting whether I’m being ridiculous to give up my current arrangement, albeit in a job that is no longer fulfilling and at times making me miserable.

To those who’ve done similar, or who currently commute daily, what do you think?

Not looking for a debate on the merits of home/office working , purely people’s experiences of that type of daily commute 😀

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Alice226 · 23/03/2026 10:25

AnotherSliceOfCakePlease · 23/03/2026 10:24

I’d be really put off by the hour commute versus your current arrangement. There’s no simple answer here as it depends how miserable your current job makes you. Any way you could hold out for a new job that’s nearer with a similar arrangement to the one you have now?

In the industry it’s in its uncommon to have a similar hybrid arrangement, maybe a day working remote per week (at most) but not at start of role.

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Alice226 · 23/03/2026 10:24

MidnightPatrol · 23/03/2026 10:23

Whats your home set up? Partner, kids, what ages, childcare needs etc

Sorry should have said in OP, that side of things wouldn’t be an issue if I was to have the daily commute

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AnotherSliceOfCakePlease · 23/03/2026 10:24

I’d be really put off by the hour commute versus your current arrangement. There’s no simple answer here as it depends how miserable your current job makes you. Any way you could hold out for a new job that’s nearer with a similar arrangement to the one you have now?

BrightLightTonight · 23/03/2026 10:23

Pre covid that was a standard commute. If your current job is leaving you feeling deflated, then it’s time for a move.

Good luck

MidnightPatrol · 23/03/2026 10:23

Whats your home set up? Partner, kids, what ages, childcare needs etc

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