Public transit buses trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in public transit buses was worth $22.17 billion in 2024, about 1.87 million tonnes. That is an increase of 32% since 2017, and up 7% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22.17B | 1.87M t |
| 2023 | $20.73B | 1.84M t |
| 2022 | $15.47B | 1.50M t |
| 2021 | $14.12B | 1.62M t |
| 2020 | $14.98B | 1.46M t |
| 2019 | $19.69B | 2.00M t |
| 2018 | $18.09B | 1.75M t |
| 2017 | $16.80B | 1.72M t |
Top public transit buses exporting countries
Exports are led by China (22%), Turkey (12%) and Japan (11%). 135 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 45%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.86B | 22% |
| Turkey | $2.74B | 12% |
| Japan | $2.40B | 11% |
| Germany | $1.73B | 7.8% |
| Poland | $1.23B | 5.5% |
| Canada | $1.00B | 4.5% |
| Czech Republic | $971.8M | 4.4% |
| United States | $952.0M | 4.3% |
| France | $883.1M | 4% |
| South Korea | $435.7M | 2% |
| Belgium | $400.7M | 1.8% |
| Spain | $383.8M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 6% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Italy. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 18% across 210 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.37B | 6.2% |
| Germany | $1.35B | 6.1% |
| Italy | $1.29B | 5.8% |
| France | $1.23B | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $969.5M | 4.4% |
| Spain | $892.5M | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $856.8M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $793.4M | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $606.5M | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $529.9M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $496.1M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $441.4M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $11.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Poland averaged $21.21 per kg and the United States $9.55 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8702: Vehicles; public transport passenger type. HS 8702 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most public transit buses?
China exported $4.86 billion in 2024, 22% of the world total, followed by Turkey (12%) and Japan (11%). In all, 135 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most public transit buses?
The United States imported $1.37 billion in 2024, 6% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and Italy (6%). The top three importers together take 18%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in public transit buses?
It was worth $22.17 billion in 2024, about 1.87 million tonnes. That is an increase of 32% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 135 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of public transit buses per kg?
The world average declared value was about $11.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Poland averaged $21.21 per kg and the United States $9.55 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for public transit buses?
The HS code for public transit buses is heading 8702, in chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 8702 page.
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