The comparison of modes of transport used by students aged 5-12 to travel to and from school in 1990 and 2010 is depicted in the bar graph. In 1990, walking was the predominant mode of transportation, with just over 12 million trips, followed by bus, cycling, and a combination of walking and bus, each with trips ranging between 6 to 7 million. Car trips were the least popular, slightly exceeding 4 million.
By contrast, in 2010, there was a significant shift, with car trips becoming the most popular mode of transport, totaling just under 12 million trips. Walking remained a popular choice, followed by bus and a combination of walking and bus, with trip numbers ranging from 6 to 2 million. Cycling experienced a sharp decline, becoming the least favored mode of transport, with only 2 million trips.
In summary, there has been a notable transition in the preferred modes of transportation for students over the two decades. Initially, walking dominated as the primary mode of transport, but by 2010, cars had surpassed it to become the preferred choice for student travel.