Public transport users in Qatar to reach 1.70 million by 2029

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is projected to witness a revenue of $0.52bn in the public transportation market in 2025, as per the latest projections by Statista...

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is projected to witness a revenue of $0.52bn in the public transportation market in 2025, as per the latest projections by Statista, an online platform specialising in data gathering and visualisation.

The revenue is anticipated to grow at an annual rate of 2.77% from 2025 to 2029, resulting in a projected market volume of $0.58bn by 2029. It is expected that the number of users in the public transportation market will reach 1.70 million users by 2029, with user penetration projected to be 57.0% in 2025 and 59.9% by 2029, Statista said.

“The average revenue per user (ARPU) is expected to be $329.30. By 2029, 26% of the total revenue in the public transportation market will be generated through online sales.

“It is worth noting that in global comparison, United States is expected to generate the most revenue in the public transportation market, with $52bn projected in 2025,” it added.

Qatar’s public transportation system, including its metro and bus network, continues to expand and improve, providing efficient and convenient options for commuters and tourists alike, it said.