The national traffic of buses and coaches in the Netherlands showed a decreasing trend from 2013 to 2016, followed by a notable increase in 2017. Traffic subsequently declined again until 2021, with a sharp drop in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A recovery began in 2022, continuing into 2023 with a value of 606 million vehicle-kilometers, an increase of 3.41% from the previous year.
Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was -0.23%. Forecasts suggest a slight decline to 605 million vehicle-kilometers by 2028, with a five-year forecast CAGR of -0.03%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Impact of sustainable transportation initiatives and regulations.
- Technological advancements in public transportation.
- Post-pandemic shifts in commuter behavior and travel patterns.
