The provided bar graph delineates the annual ridership statistics for bus and subway transportation in the city of Williamsville from 2011 to 2015.
Overall, the data highlights a significant upward trajectory in bus ridership, albeit with minor fluctuations, while subway ridership exhibited relative stability throughout the observed period.
In detail, the annual number of bus rides commenced at approximately 475 million in 2011, and witnessed a pronounced increase, reaching around 700 million by 2015. Notably, there was a slight decline in ridership in 2014, which persisted in 2015, resulting in a marginal decrease from 2013’s peak. This showcases a dynamic ridership pattern that ultimately culminated in a substantial rise over the five-year span.
Conversely, subway ridership maintained a more consistent range, oscillating between 250 million and 275 million rides annually. This steadiness indicates a stable yet modest performance in comparison to bus ridership, which experienced significant growth. Throughout the entire timeframe, subway usage remained considerably lower than bus ridership, further emphasizing the contrasting trends between these two transportation modalities.