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Trolleys, trams, monorails, light rails, commuter trains, subways, buses, ferries...whatever the terrain, just about any major metropolitan area has a wide range of public transportation to offer. Check out this overview of mass transit worldwide.
There are means of public transportation in almost every country around the world, and nearly everyone will use it at some time in their lives. Many depend on public Read More
Public transportation often represents the easiest way to get around most major cities in the world. Although the particulars may differ depending on the location and the Read More
According to the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), America saves 1.4 million gallons of gas per year by using buses, trolleys, subways and light-rail Read More
If visions of traffic jams and road rage cause you to tense up every time you get near your car, avoid the stress by using public transportation to commute to work, get to Read More
If you drive to work alone and your commute is getting slower, more congested and more stressful, maybe it's time to try a commuting alternative. Read More
If it pains you to think about riding the bus or taking the subway to work, think about taking a few simple measures to improve your public transportation experience while Read More
Public transportation can be an easy, economical way to travel. Whether you are using public transportation to travel to and from work, around town running errands, or when Read More
Public transportation is a necessity for many people. Not only has the price of gas made driving hugely expensive, but parking in many cities is unaffordable--if it can Read More
Using public transportation can save you money, relieve traffic congestion and give you a chance to decompress on your commute. Even more importantly, however, public Read More
A growing population of aging adults requires access to transportation that allows them to maintain their independence and enjoy activities throughout their communities and Read More
The Big Apple shares with London the distinction of having a truly famous public transportation system, with the New York subway being used as a set in films since time Read More
If you are looking for a unique experience, ride the trolley car in Philadelphia. Not too many cities still use the trolley; however, Philadelphia not only still uses them Read More
As the gas prices and population in the small southern city of Chapel Hill increase, driving your own car is becoming more of a daily challenge. Luckily for citizens of Read More
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is made up of Atlanta's subway and bus system. The bus system, which began in 1972, and the light rail system, Read More
The public transportation system in Louisville Kentucky is known as TARC (Transit Authority of River City) and it's buses run throughout the city. They also operate buses Read More
The elevated train in Chicago, or "L," is the nation's second-largest rapid transit system after New York City's subway. In a large city, it can be very frustrating trying Read More
Anyone who has visited the Las Vegas Strip knows you can spend a lot of time walking from one casino to the next. Using the Las Vegas Monorail is a way to get from one end Read More
Getting around a metropolitan city like San Diego can be challenging, especially if you use an automobile. Traveling by cab can be expensive. An efficient and viable Read More
If you are traveling in Seattle, utilizing the city's monorail can help you get around the town cheaply and quickly. The monorail has been in existence since 1962 and today Read More
Vancouver, British Columbia, long hailed as one of Canada's most beautiful cities, also boasts one of its most efficient public transportation systems. Since no major Read More
Get around by train and metro in Budapest, Hungary! Learn how to use public transportation in this free travel video. Read More
You’re visiting the Czech Republic, and you’re tired of walking or taking cabs everywhere. You see buses, trains and trams. You’ve gone to the Read More
Getting around England can be tricky when there are special events going on or when there’s planned engineering works. Or especially when there are multiple signal Read More
London's public transport system has been up and running for a long time---the Underground railway system (otherwise known as the "Tube") is well over a century old. With Read More
Barcelona has a large, easy-to-use public transportation network, and changes made for the 1992 Olympic games improved and updated the system. Although there are design Read More
The Singapore Rapid Transit system features 46 modernized stations and a newly developed light rail system that serves small towns on the island. There two lines, the Read More
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