Industry Statistics and Trends
Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe key trends
Urban public transport struggles to recover from the pandemic.
Ridership levels across Europe were significantly lower in 2021 and 2022 compared with pre-pandemic levels in 2019.
Autonomous shuttles may become a part of European public transport.
Autonomous shuttle services are undergoing piloting in Oslo, Kronach, and Geneva. The aim is to rollout the very first economically viable large-scale, user-oriented fully driverless shuttle service in the near future.
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Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 3.8 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €100.2bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Bus services are becoming an increasingly important part of inner-city transport
- Buses are the most popular form of public transport in the EU, serving cities, suburban and rural areas. Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems have gained popularity as a cost-effective alternative to far more expensive urban rail investments.
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Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Europe is set to boost investment into sustainable public transport in EU urban areas
- The Europe Strategy for low-emission mobility and EU urban mobility framework strive to boost the share of sustainable transport modes in urban transport systems.
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Revenue
€100.2bn
Employees
5m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Greece +28.3%
- Portugal +11.2%
- Netherlands +10.7%
- Hungary +9.9%
- Romania +9.6%
Bottom 5 Countries
- Luxembourg -15.1%
- Estonia -14.6%
- Iceland -10.4%
- Latvia -1.9%
- United Kingdom -1.3%
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DB Regio AG | 9,589.5 | 239.7 | 2.5 | |
Keolis SA | 6,449.0 | 180.6 | 2.8 | |
Transport for London | 5,258.7 | 131.5 | 2.5 |
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Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe is €100.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 189k businesses in the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 3.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe include?
Contactless payments and Ordinary tickets are part of the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Urban Passenger Land Transport industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Greece
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Romania
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Norway
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Italy
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Sweden
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Poland
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Cyprus
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Latvia
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Luxembourg
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Russia
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Slovakia
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Belgium
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Hungary
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Denmark
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Malta
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Austria
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in France
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Lithuania
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in the Netherlands
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Ireland
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Estonia
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Iceland
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Spain
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Portugal
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Serbia
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Czechia
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Finland
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Croatia
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Slovenia
- Urban Passenger Land Transport in Bulgaria
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
The industry transports passengers by urban or suburban land transport systems, including bus transport, tramways, underground and metro services and overground railways. Industry operations are carried out on scheduled routes and typically follow a fixed time schedule. Taxi services and train station operations are not part of the industry.
Related Terms
What's included in this industry?
Contactless paymentsOrdinary tickets Season ticketsCompanies
DB Regio AGKeolis SATransport for LondonIndustry Code
4921 - Urban and suburban passenger land transport in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Bus services are becoming an increasingly important part of inner-city transport
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- Current Year Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Contactless tickets are becoming increasingly popular. Revenue attributed to journeys made using contactless payment methods has increased as technological advances like Apple Pay have made this payment method increasingly convenient, while season ticket sales tank following the pandemic.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Competition in individual regions is low. Once urban transport companies win a contract, they have monopoly power in the area they serve, reducing competition. Nonetheless, Turkey has a substantial share of industry establishments, suggesting regional monopolies are less prevalent.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for DB Regio AG
- Countries of operation for Keolis SA
- Countries of operation for Transport for London
- Countries of operation for Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens (RATP)
- Countries of operation for Nederlandse Spoorwegen NV
- Countries of operation for Société Nationale SNCF SA
- Countries of operation for ÖBB-Personenverkehr AG
- Countries of operation for Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane SpA
- Countries of operation for Renfe Operadora SA
- Countries of operation for Metro de Madrid
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Harmonised regulations improve efficiency. EU railways (interoperability) regulations establish a formal European verification and authorisation process for placing new, upgraded or renewed infrastructure or rolling stock in service.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
COVID-19 disruption caused profit to turn negative in 2020. The operating profit margin of many public transport service companies turned negative over 2020 as revenue plunged to all-time lows as passenger traffic ground to a halt amid lockdowns and COVID-19 restrictions.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Urban Passenger Land Transport in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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