In 2023, Poland led the European regular international transport of passengers by buses and coaches with 5.35 billion passenger kilometers, showing significant growth of 8.9% year-on-year. Romania experienced a notable decline of 7.97%. Estonia, Croatia, and Slovenia saw favorable growth in passenger transportation, while Portugal also grew but at a modest rate. Conversely, Latvia and Hungary experienced declines, with Latvia facing a sharp drop of 11.45%. Over the past two years, a diverse range of performances were observed across countries, reflecting various economic, demographic, and structural factors unique to each nation.
Looking forward to 2024 and beyond, it's anticipated that Poland will maintain its strong performance, leveraging its robust transportation network and demand. Digital innovations, environmental concerns, and evolving travel preferences will influence international bus and coach transportation in Europe. Countries like Romania and Latvia may seek strategic improvements to revive and enhance transport capabilities, aiming for recovery amidst changing market conditions. Growth in environmentally-friendly and efficient technologies could map out new trajectories for this sector across Europe. Monitoring these factors will be essential in evaluating the future evolution of international passenger transport.
Top countries in Regular International Transport of Passengers by Buses and Coaches by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Million Passenger Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 5,350 | 2023 | +24.17% | +8.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 2,250 | 2023 | +2.65% | -7.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 929 | 2023 | +22.85% | +3.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 717 | 2023 | +26.9% | +8.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 670.63 | 2023 | +21.56% | +2.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Macedonia | 552.41 | 2023 | +15.7% | +0.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 127.47 | 2023 | +22.57% | -0.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 28.05 | 2023 | -10.38% | -11.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 12 | 2023 | +9.09% | +5.92% | View data |
