In 2023, Germany led the European market in occasional national transport of passengers by buses and coaches with 10.73 billion passenger kilometers, despite a 1.63% decline from the previous year. Hungary and Romania exhibited notable growth, with increases of 4.61% and 17.02% respectively. Meanwhile, the Czech Republic, Portugal, Poland, Estonia, and Lithuania saw moderate growth, with Portugal growing at 2.83% and Lithuania at 3.82%.
Future trends to watch include further recovery of the European transport sector post-pandemic, technological advancements including eco-friendly buses, and increased cross-border travel influencing national markets. Each country's growth potential may vary depending on their economic conditions and investments in public transport infrastructure.
Top countries in Occasional National Transport of Passengers by Buses and Coaches by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Million Passenger Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 10,730 | 2023 | +16.22% | -1.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 6,020 | 2023 | +12.22% | +4.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 4,100 | 2023 | +12.96% | +0.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 2,650 | 2023 | +26.24% | +17.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 1,810 | 2023 | +25.72% | +2.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1,540 | 2023 | +17.32% | +0.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 347 | 2023 | +9.46% | +4.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 343.2 | 2023 | +11.03% | +3.82% | View data |
