In 2023, inland passenger transport movements in Switzerland are estimated at 130.9 billion passenger kilometers. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 show a steady year-on-year increase, with the value reaching 139.47 billion passenger kilometers by 2028. The percentage growth rates year-on-year are as follows: 2025 (+1.32%), 2026 (+1.29%), 2027 (+1.27%), and 2028 (+1.23%). Over the last two years, the sector saw an average annual growth of 1.31%, while the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the forecast period is approximately 1.26%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Growing urbanization, which may spur demand for efficient public transport.
- Advances in transport technologies, including electric and autonomous vehicles.
- Policy initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions, possibly affecting modal choices among passengers.
- Economic factors, such as changes in economic growth and tourism patterns, which could impact overall passenger transport volumes.
