Is a Plane More Fuel Efficient Than a Prius? | 511 Contra Costa

Is a Plane More Fuel Efficient Than a Prius?

trans0209gettingaroundrevGOOD Magazine recently did a pretty cool piece examining the fuel usage per person for various modes of transportation from bicycles to cruise ships.  It is definitely worth a look.

“What’s the most efficient way to get around? Planes might burn a lot of fuel, but they also are filled with people, making each gallon go a lot farther. How does that stack up against trains, buses, cars, or the gasoline equivalent of eating a burger and hopping on your bike? The answer may surprise you.”

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