The survey question was phrased by the source as follows: "Which of the following modes of transport would you most consider using during your next trip within Europe?".
The findings are based on data collected in March 2026 from respondents in 10 key European markets, focusing on their travel plans for the period April to September 2026.
Respondents were from the following countries: Germany, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, Spain, Poland, and Austria.
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Preferred mode of transport for European travelers 2026
A 2026 survey analyzed the preferred mode of transport for Europeans who planned a trip over the following six months. While ** percent of respondents preferred to travel by air, *percent intended to travel by bus.
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European Travel Commission. (April 30, 2026). Share of European travelers who planned a trip in the next six months as of March 2026, by transport [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved August 04, 2026, from /statistics/1325231/preferred-mode-of-transport-for-european-travelers/
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