Public Transport Authority is a generic term referring to an organization responsible for managing public transport within a specific region.
Notable Public Transport Authorities:
Public Transport Authority (Denmark): Operates the public transport system in Copenhagen and its surrounding areas, including metro, buses, and trains.
Public Transport Authority (Warsaw): Manages public transportation in the Polish capital city of Warsaw, including buses, trams, and the metro.
Public Transport Authority (Western Australia): Oversees the public transport system in the Australian state of Western Australia, including trains, buses, and ferries.
Public Transportation Authority in Jämtland County: Responsible for public transport within the Swedish county of Jämtland, including buses and trains.
Transportation Authority as Public Transport Authority:
Public transport authorities are often part of larger transportation authorities that oversee other aspects of transportation, such as road infrastructure and traffic management. For example, in many countries, the national transportation authority also serves as the public transport authority.