Germany leads in the European Urban National Traffic of Buses and Coaches with 1.16 billion vehicle-kilometers in 2024, despite a slight 0.46% decline in 2023. Poland follows with 0.718 billion vehicle-kilometers, showing a modest 0.056% growth. Italy remains steady with no change. In contrast, Norway experienced a notable growth of 1.89%, while Hungary saw a 0.41% decline. Bulgaria, Croatia, Lithuania, Ireland, Latvia, and Macedonia experienced varying degrees of decline, with Lithuania seeing the steepest drop at 3.71%. Estonia, on the other hand, increased by 0.96%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of increased investments in sustainable bus systems and public transport infrastructure across Europe. Technological advancements in electric and autonomous buses may influence traffic volumes and efficiency. Furthermore, shifts in urban mobility behaviors, driven by environmental policies and urbanization, will likely shape the future traffic landscape for buses and coaches.
Top countries in Urban National Traffic of Buses and Coaches by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,160 | 2023 | +0.087% | -0.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 718 | 2023 | +0.14% | +0.056% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 617 | 2023 | -0.96% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 168 | 2023 | +4.35% | +1.89% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 163.15 | 2023 | -0.33% | -0.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 118.6 | 2023 | -2.71% | -1.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 70 | 2023 | +4.48% | -0.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 67.3 | 2023 | -2.46% | -3.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 57.13 | 2023 | +0.32% | -2.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 50.25 | 2023 | +3.25% | -0.58% | View data |
