Which European cities have the most expensive public transport?
A new Greenpeace study has found that fares have risen in 14 European capitals since 2023, with some cities seeing prices climb by more than 50% – although public transport has become cheaper in four others.
Public transport ticket costs have been steadily rising in 14 European capitals over the past three years, according to a Greenpeace report released on the issue. Among the most expensive cities for monthly public transport are London, Amsterdam, and Paris, with prices at €162, €107, and €77 respectively. The research also found that long-term ticket prices saw the sharpest increase in Nicosia (Cyprus) at 67%, followed by Amsterdam (55%), Madrid (50%), and Bratislava (32%).
Several factors contribute to the high costs of public transport in the EU, including a VAT rate of 11% on tickets and a number of countries raising their VAT rates on public transport since 2023. However, there are some positive developments as well. Prices for long-term public transport passes have decreased in Dublin (42.5%), Oslo (11.5%), Bern (6.6%), and Budapest (5.8%), while remaining stable in 12 other capitals since 2023.
Only eight out of 30 European countries currently offer free or affordable universal long-term public transport tickets.
When it comes to the availability, affordability, and inclusivity of long-term public transport tickets, Tallinn, Luxembourg City, and Valletta rank first. Prague, Rome, and Athens follow in fourth, fifth, and sixth place, respectively, while Sofia and Vienna come in seventh and eighth.
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