Public transport

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Public transport (also known as public transportation, public transit, or mass transit) refers to a system of transport for passengers by group travel systems available for use by the general public, typically managed on a schedule, operated on established routes, and that charge a posted fee for each trip. Examples of public transport include city buses, trolleybuses, trams (or light rail) and passenger trains, rapid transit (metro/subway/underground, etc.) and ferries.

History[edit]

Public transport dates back at least as far as the invention of the public bus by Blaise Pascal in 1662. The service was operated until 1675. This was followed by the establishment of a horse-drawn omnibus service by Abraham Brower in New York City in 1826.

Types of public transport[edit]

The main types of public transport can be separated into demand-responsive transport, such as share taxis, which provide flexibility whilst remaining affordable; scheduled transport services, such as bus, train, and tram services, which provide a regular service on a fixed route; and rapid transit, such as metros and express buses, which provide a high-capacity, high-frequency service.

Advantages and disadvantages[edit]

Public transport has both advantages and disadvantages. Advantages include the potential for reduced traffic congestion, lower pollution levels, and increased urban mobility. Disadvantages can include issues of reliability, lack of privacy, and potential for crime.

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