Public Transport Use Declines Among Israeli Workers Amid Traffic Woes
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
A report by Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics shows a decline in public transport use for commuting, with only 16% of workers using it. Meanwhile, private vehicle use has risen to 62%, despite worsening traffic.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Only 16% of Israeli workers use public transport to commute.
- Private vehicle use for commuting has increased to 62%.
- Public transport usage has declined from 20% a decade ago.
- Satisfaction with light rail is higher in Jerusalem than Tel Aviv.
- Satisfaction with intercity bus frequency is low nationwide.
A new report from Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reveals a significant drop in public transportation usage among employed Israelis aged 20 and over. Only 16% of workers now commute via public transport, down from 20% a decade ago. This decline occurs despite worsening traffic congestion on the nation's roads.
The report breaks down public transport use to 12% for buses or shared taxis and 3.5% for trains. Conversely, the percentage of workers commuting by private or commercial vehicles has increased to 62%, up from 58% ten years prior.
Satisfaction with public transport varies by city. In Jerusalem, 50% of residents find the light rail meets their needs. However, in Tel Aviv, only 28% express similar satisfaction with the light rail. Across the country, satisfaction with the frequency of intercity buses is low.
The findings highlight a growing reliance on private vehicles and dissatisfaction with public transit options, even as road traffic intensifies.
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