These Cities Have the Best Public Transit Systems

February 9, 2023

Source: Bloomberg

When it comes to the best public transit systems, cities in Asia and Europe claim all the top spots.

Hong Kong ranked first based on factors including distance to public transit, affordability, operating hours, crowding and commute speeds, according to a new study from the Oliver Wyman Forum, a think tank affiliated with the consulting firm by the same name, and the University of California Berkeleyโ€™s Institute of Transportation Studies. Hong Kongโ€™s mass transit railway was cited for its low fares, limited delays or service disruptions, and for supporting itself financially.

Zurich, Stockholm, Singapore and Helsinki round out the five best cities for public transit, with Zurich boosted by its investment in transportation and an advanced master plan.

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