In 2023, Germany registered the highest value in European Interurban National Traffic of Buses and Coaches, reaching 1.57 billion vehicle-kilometers, followed by Italy at 0.947 billion. Hungary and Poland also demonstrated significant traffic, with values of 0.52153 billion and 0.511 billion vehicle-kilometers, respectively. Smaller markets included Bulgaria (0.3369), Croatia (0.174), and Norway (0.167), with countries like Lithuania, Ireland, Estonia, Latvia, and Macedonia exhibiting lower traffic volumes.
Year-on-year variations in 2023 showed a modest increase for Germany at 1.01% and slight increments for Hungary (0.25%) and Croatia (1.44%). On the other hand, Italy remained stable, while Poland (-1.99%), Bulgaria (-2.64%), Norway (-4.02%), Lithuania (-0.72%), Ireland (-0.97%), Estonia (-0.28%), Latvia (-2.39%), and Macedonia (-7.01%) experienced declines.
Looking ahead, key trends to watch include potential shifts in interurban travel preferences, emerging environmental regulations, and the continuous development of transportation infrastructure. Increasing adoption of electric and hydrogen buses may drive sector growth, with technological advancements likely reducing operational costs and enhancing efficiency across countries. Adapting to these trends is crucial for market participants to remain competitive and meet future demand.
Top countries in Interurban National Traffic of Buses and Coaches by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,570 | 2023 | +2.35% | +1.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 947 | 2023 | +1.5% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 521.53 | 2023 | +2.31% | +0.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 511 | 2023 | +3.65% | -1.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 336.9 | 2023 | +8.72% | -2.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 174 | 2023 | +10.83% | +1.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 167 | 2023 | -4.02% | -4.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 100.3 | 2023 | +3.83% | -0.72% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 70.63 | 2023 | +2.51% | -0.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 70 | 2023 | +1.45% | -0.28% | View data |
