Reasons for not travelling by bus in the UK 2013 | Statista

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This statistic shows the reasons why people in the United Kingdom (UK) do not travel (more) by bus. The statistic illustrates the main reasons as well as showing all reasons that those surveyed were allowed to choose. The most common main reasons as well as overall reason is that travelling by car is more convenient than travelling by bus. The second main reason, similar to the first, is that travelling by bus is slower than by car.

Why don't you use / what is the main reason you don't use local bus services (more often)?

Characteristic	Main reason	All reasons
It is easier/more convenient by car	46%	58%
It is quicker by car	11%	34%
Other	8%	11%
I prefer to walk/cycle	7%	12%
Buses are not frequent enough/do not run when I need them	6%	17%
Buses do not go to/go directly to places where I want to go	5%	10%
Bus fares are too high	4%	13%
Journeys take too long by bus	3%	12%
I have difficulty getting on and off buses	2%	4%
The nearest bus stop is too far away	2%	7%
It is cheaper by car	2%	10%
Not safe on the buses/stops/stations/anti-social behaviour	1%	4%
I have difficulty getting to the bus stop/station	1%	4%
I do not know what bus services are available	1%	6%
Buses are not reliable enough	1%	4%

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Release date

October 2013

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Region

United Kingdom

Survey time period

March 2013

Number of respondents

593 respondents

Age group

16 years and older

Method of interview

Face-to-face interviews, telephone interviews

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