List of Cities with the World's Best Public Transport: Where Does Jakarta Rank?
Public transport serves as a vital indicator of the quality of life in urban areas. A superior transport system facilitates easier mobility for residents, ranging from commutes to work and school to daily activities. Amidst growing populations and increasing congestion in major global cities, the development of public transport has become a primary solution. Various nations are competing to implement integrated, comfortable, environmentally friendly, and efficient transport systems that can reach all urban sectors.
The research institution Oliver Wyman Forum, through its Urban Mobility Readiness Index 2024 report, has released a list of cities with the best public transport systems in the world. The results demonstrate the dominance of Asian and European cities, which are rated highly for their connectivity, accessibility, technology, and sustainability.
According to the report, Jakarta has successfully achieved 28th place globally. This achievement places the Indonesian capital ahead of several other major Southeast Asian cities, including Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, and Manila.
The following is the list of the top 10 cities with the best public transport according to the Urban Mobility Readiness Index 2024:
Singapore
Hong Kong
Stockholm
Copenhagen
Paris
Vienna
Berlin
Zurich
Oslo
Tokyo
Singapore retains its position as the city with the world’s best public transport system. The city-state is renowned for its extensive, punctual MRT network that is seamlessly integrated with various other modes of transport. Meanwhile, Hong Kong holds second place due to its efficient mass transit network and exceptionally high rates of public transport usage. European cities such as Stockholm, Copenhagen, Paris, and Vienna also received high ratings due to their focus on sustainable mobility and eco-friendly transport.
Rankings 11-20 of the world’s best cities:
New York
Helsinki
Seoul
Munich
Warsaw
London
Shanghai
Moscow
Sydney
Amsterdam
This list illustrates the intense competition between major cities in Europe, Asia, and North America to provide transport systems capable of accommodating the needs of millions of residents every day.