What is the transportation in China today?

In Present, China has a comprehensive transportation network of subways, ports, airports, trains, highways, and waterways. Among these, high-speed rail lines, highways, and many new subways have perhaps developed the daily lives of local people most dramatically.



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Then, there's the local public transportation in China. Currently, China possesses the world's longest, second and third longest metro systems. On top of that, of the top 15 longest metro systems in the world, 8 of them are in China, and they also possess half of the top ten busiest metro systems in the world.

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Uber established its subsidiary Uber China in July 2014 and started operations in Beijing and Shanghai.

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The main traffic and transport routes are in good condition, but do not reach the level of the leading industrial nations. In terms of the length of its rail network, China ranks 4th in the world with only 10.5 centimeters per capita. In total, the rail network is 150,000 kilometers long.

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The development of public transport is a determining factor in the country's economic development. The Chinese government has invested more than 3.28 trillion yuan (around US$ 514.98 billion) in the transport sector in 2021. It is noted that railways in China are one of the main components of the country's economy.

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China's railways are the busiest in the world.

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Fortunately, China boasts an extensive and efficient public transportation system, and a one-way subway or train ticket can cost as little as $0.30 to $1.50. As for food, you'll find a wide range of options to suit your budget.

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The highest urban public transport ridership in China is by bus or trolley bus, at about 49 billion in 2021. This was followed by 27 billion taxi passengers and around 24 billion metro/subway riders.

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The Shanghai Metro is the world's longest metro network at 803 kilometres (499 mi) and has the highest annual ridership at 2.83 billion trips. The New York City Subway has the greatest number of stations with 472.

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1. Hong Kong. In first place for ground and port transport is Hong Kong, with high scores in every indicator.

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