Benefits of public transport
More people using public transport decreases the amount of greenhouse gas emissions entering the atmosphere. For example, one double decker bus is the equivalent of removing 75 single occupancy cars from Scotland’s roads. That’s why public transport is vital in helping us get to net zero emissions in a way that is fair and just to everyone.
42% reduction
Replacing car journeys with public transport can help reduce CO2 emissions by 42% if using the bus and 73% if travelling by train. It all helps with creating a cleaner, greener Scotland. Find out more about what Scotland is doing to help you travel less by car.
Benefits of public transport
Replacing car journeys with public transport can help reduce CO2 emissions by 42% if using the bus and 73% if travelling by train. It all helps with creating a cleaner, greener Scotland. Visit the Transport Scotland website to find out about what Scotland is doing to help improve public transport.
- Better for the environment – reduced pollution from less cars on the road means better air quality and benefits the health and wellbeing of communities up and down the country.
- Improve your fitness – by walking, wheeling or cycling to the train or bus stations, you’ll be improving your health by being more active.
- Get where you need to go faster – fast track lanes for buses and quick trains avoid traffic and congestion, helping you get from A to B quickly and conveniently.
- Turn your journey into time well spent – use your time on bus or train to relax with a good book, make plans for your free time or get a head start on your day.
Your guides
Your guides
Guide 1
Climate Conversations - Transport
By rethinking how you use your car and reducing the number of daily journeys you take, you can help make Scotland a healthier, fairer, greener place to live.
Guide 2
Young persons’ free bus travel
The Scottish Government is launching the Young Persons’ Free Bus Travel scheme from 31 January 2022 to help in Scotland’s fight against climate change.
Guide 3
Making the most of your walk
Choosing to walk instead of taking the car for shorter journeys helps cut carbon emissions, reduces congestion and pollution.
Guide 4
Getting started with cycling
We’ve seen huge changes in the way we travel due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Take action starting now
To achieve net zero by 2045, we must take action now. Start here to find ways that you can make changes in your life at home and on the go.
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