A mass transit system refers to a network of public transportation options designed to efficiently move large numbers of people within an urban area. It typically includes buses, trains, trams or light rail systems.
Related terms
Public Transportation: Public transportation refers to any mode of travel available for use by the general public rather than private individuals.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure includes the physical structures necessary for the operation of a mass transit system such as stations, tracks/railways, roads/lanes designated for buses.
Ridership: Ridership is a term used to describe the number or count of passengers utilizing mass transit services over a given period.