WHY RIDE THE BUS! 
The Benefits of Public Transportation

Public transportation provides great benefits to everyone. Here are some of the advantages of riding the bus. 

It’s safer and healthier than driving a car.

1. Riding the bus increases your chances of arriving at your destination safely. The National Safety Council reports that riding the bus is 170 times safer than driving or riding in a car.
2. Using public transportation reduces stress. Read a book, listen to music, or talk with a neighbor and leave the driving to someone else!  You'll have less stress — which means less chance of heart disease and strokes. 
3. The short walks to and from the bus can make a real difference to your body.  Studies show that our increased dependence on automobiles—particularly for trips to places near our homes—is a significant factor in weight gain, obesity, and diminishing worker productivity. 

It’s much better for our environment. 

1. Public transit produces less pollution. Buses produce 95% less carbon monoxide per passenger mile than private vehicles. 
2. Riding the bus increases energy efficiency. Public transit is twice as efficient as private automobiles. Right now, using public transportation saves 45 million barrels of oil each year. 
3. Increased bus ridership means less space needed for parking spaces. Space for landscaping, retail, residential development, and other more desirable land uses could replace the hot pavement, painted lines, and long walks.

It’s easier and cheaper than driving your car.

1. You'll experience less traffic congestion on the bus, and you won’t have to search for parking. With a little planning, you can shorten your trip to wherever you want to go by using public transportation.
2. With today’s high gas prices, you can save a lot of money by riding the bus. Individual savings will vary, of course, depending on the length of the trip, but do the math based on what you’re spending for gas. You’ll probably discover that riding the bus could save you some significant money over time.  For even more savings - buy a monthly VIP pass!

For more information on the benefits of public transportation, visit www.publictransportation.org.