Public transit buses exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of public transit buses by Turkey reached $2.74 billion in 2024 (169.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 135 countries for exports of this product. That is 12% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.74B | 169.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.45B | 161.0K t |
| 2022 | $1.55B | 112.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.33B | 95.9K t |
| 2020 | $1.65B | 122.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.25B | 167.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.98B | 157.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.75B | 142.4K t |
Where Turkey exports public transit buses to
The largest buyer markets were France (19%), Italy (12%), United Kingdom (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+545% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $524.1M | 19% |
| Italy | $323.5M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $205.6M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $199.8M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $191.6M | 7% |
| United States | $166.9M | 6.1% |
| Poland | $124.7M | 4.6% |
| Serbia | $118.8M | 4.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $99.0M | 3.6% |
| Romania | $75.8M | 2.8% |
Product types under HS 8702
| 8702.10 | Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine… | 83% |
| 8702.40 | Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only electric motor for propulsion, new or used | 7% |
| 8702.20 | Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine… | 5.5% |
| 8702.90 | Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used | 4.1% |
| 8702.30 | Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine… | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8702.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.19 per kg, 36% above the world average of $11.87. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Public transit buses imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported public transit buses worth $202.9 million (19.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Germany (49%), Poland (14%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $99.4M | 49% |
| Poland | $27.4M | 14% |
| China | $22.3M | 11% |
| Czech Republic | $12.5M | 6.2% |
| Egypt | $11.6M | 5.7% |
| Greece | $4.3M | 2.1% |
| Portugal | $3.8M | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $3.3M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.6M | 1.3% |
| Romania | $2.1M | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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.
Common questions
What is the value of public transit buses exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported public transit buses worth $2.74 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 169.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 135 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy public transit buses from Turkey?
France was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($524.1 million), followed by Italy (12%) and the United Kingdom (8%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 93 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 545% on the year.
What is the average export price of public transit buses per kg?
The average declared export value was about $16.19 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $11.87 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of public transit buses from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.75 billion in 2017 to $2.74 billion in 2024, an increase of 57%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import public transit buses?
Yes. Turkey imported $202.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Poland and China. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.53 billion a year.
What is the HS code for public transit buses?
The HS code for public transit buses is heading 8702. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 8702.10 (83% of the value) and 8702.40 (7%). It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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