As of 2023, Russia dominated the global national passenger road transport sector with a significant share, showing a robust year-on-year increase of 5.88%. In contrast, Italy experienced a slight decline of 0.45%, while other major European countries like Germany and France showed moderate growth at 0.21% and 0.53%, respectively. Ukraine witnessed a decline of 3.49%, indicating a potential market correction. Smaller markets such as Estonia, Macedonia, and Portugal exhibited notable growth rates, suggesting emerging opportunities in these areas.
Future trends to watch in global passenger road transport include increased digitalization, a focus on sustainable and electric transportation options, and evolving passenger demands driven by urbanization and economic shifts. The sector must adapt to environmental concerns and government regulations shaping the landscape for public transportation globally.
Top countries in National Passenger Road Transport by Motor Coaches, Mini Coaches, Buses, Mini Buses and Trolley Buses Share by Country (Million Passenger Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 98.67 | 2023 | +4.3% | +5.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Kazakhstan | 0.21 | 2023 | +1.15% | +1.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 0.11 | 2023 | -0.37% | -0.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 0.087 | 2023 | +0.065% | +0.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 0.065 | 2023 | +0.43% | +0.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 0.037 | 2023 | -3.46% | -3.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 0.018 | 2023 | +0.26% | -0.0086% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 0.015 | 2023 | +0.16% | +0.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belarus | 0.013 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.018% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 0.009 | 2023 | +0.46% | +0.68% | View data |