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Top 15 cities with the most expensive transport in the world (New York is not even in the top five)

'13.12.2022'

Olga Derkach

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Recently it became known that New York City Department of Transportation plans to raise subway and bus fares. This will significantly hit the pockets of residents. But it turns out that New York is not even the top 5 cities with the most expensive transport. Edition World Atlas talked about these cities.

Cities with the most expensive transport

London, United Kingdom

London is one of the most expensive cities in the world to live in. London is the financial capital of the world. 9,8 million people live in the city itself and 14 million in the metro-area. They put enormous pressure on the cost of living and transport infrastructure. A public transport pass costs an average of $197,72 compared to the national average of $78,62. The alternative is a daily transportation cost of $3,14 for a one-way ticket or a taxi ride at $3,10 per mile (1,6 km).

Sydney, Australia

Sydney is the most populous city in Australia. The cost of living in the city is relatively higher than in other parts of the country. Australia is generally an expensive country, but the income here is much higher. The cost of a monthly public transport pass in Sydney is $153,78 compared to the national average of $104,33.

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Auckland, New Zealand

Like Australia, the cost of living in New Zealand, its southern hemisphere neighbor, also tends to be high. In Auckland, New Zealand, a monthly bus pass will cost passengers about $135. Transit traffic in Auckland is operated by Auckland Transport (AT) and includes bus, ferry and rail services. Only about 8% of Auckland residents use public transport daily.

Dublin, Ireland

Dublin is the largest city in Ireland with an extensive transport system. With an average monthly Dublin fare of $135,68, it is the most expensive transit pass in the entire European Union.

Countries with the most expensive monthly pass

Ireland is the most expensive country to travel by public transport. A monthly subscription costs $140,06. Iceland comes in second with $111,59 and Australia is third with $104,33. Japan is the most expensive country in Asia at $90,05. Germany and the UK are in 9th and 10th place with prices of $81,70 and $98,62 respectively. Canada is the 13th most expensive city at $72,09, while the US is 15th at $69.