Over 40% of people less likely to use public transport over Covid-19

Bus Éireann says passenger numbers are increasing by about 1% per week. 

Health fears due to Covid-19 have led a significant amount of people back to their cars instead of using public transport, showing the steep challenge ahead in moving away from traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles.

Motoring lobby group AA Ireland said a poll of more than 8,200 people found that 41% say they’re less likely to use public transport now compared to before the pandemic, compared to a paltry 4% who say they are more likely to use it now.