Survey: Commuters Name Prague’s Main Public Transport Advantages

Prague’s public transport system continues to earn strong approval from the people who use it daily, even as pressure grows on capacity and fares. A new survey suggests most residents and commuters consider the network reliable, accessible and worth the cost. More than three-quarters of respondents said they were satisfied with public transport in the Czech capital, according to research conducted by the agency Stem/Mark among over 1,000 Prague residents and people traveling into the city from surrounding areas. Buses emerged as the most widely used mode, with roughly one in three passengers relying on them. The metro followed, used by 28 percent, while trams accounted for 26 percent. For many, however, a single ride is not enough. Around three-quarters of commuters reported having to transfer at least once on their journey to work or school. Travel habits differ sharply for those living outside the city. In the Central Bohemian Region, more than half of commuters said they drive into Prague. About a third combine suburban trains or buses with the city’s public transport system, while only a small share rely exclusively on Prague’s network. The annual transport pass remains the dominant choice for regular riders. Two-thirds of respondents said... The post Survey: Commuters Name Prague’s Main Public Transport Advantages appeared first on Prague Morning .

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