Band 7+: The chart illustrates the distances travelled by passengers on 5 types of transport in the UK in 1990 and 2000. The data is presented in kilometers per person per week. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The bar chart illustrates data on the distances traveled by individuals in the UK using five modes of transport in 1990 and 2010, measured in billion kilometers

Overall, the total distance traveled increased over the two decades. Travel by bicycle, motorbike, and bus became more common, while train and air travel showed a slight decline.

In 1990, the distance traveled by bicycle, motorbike, and bus was approximately 15, 40, and 80 billion kilometers, respectively. By 2010, the use of bicycles almost doubled, reaching around 30 billion kilometers. Bus travel rose significantly, increasing by about 25 billion kilometers. Meanwhile, motorbike usage saw a gradual rise from 40 to 45 billion kilometers.

On the other hand, train travel declined by 20 billion kilometers, reaching approximately 80 billion in 2010. Similarly, air travel experienced a slight drop, falling from 15 to 10 billion kilometers.

In summary, public and personal land transport gained popularity, whereas train and air travel declined over time.