Public (regional) transport, which is carried out between territorial units of one or more neighboring administrative districts in the Republic of Serbia, is based on the concept of deregulation and relies mainly on one means of transport – the bus. It is a system of intercity and municipal timetables, i.e. bus lines operated by private bus operators. On the other hand, these public transport services are not considered communal activities, they are not subsidized and are provided by private operators in accordance with commercial interests. 

This paper investigates the public transport system on the territory of the Niš Administrative District. The research focus is on analyzing the current state of the system, identifying key challenges and problems, assessing public transport needs and developing recommendations for improving the system. The aim of this research is to provide a comprehensive insight into the current state of public transport in the Republic of Serbia and to identify opportunities for improvement in order to meet the needs of the population, improve mobility and contribute to the economic development of the region. 

The research includes discussions on topics such as deregulation, reliance on one mode of transport and integration of public transport. The analysis provides deeper considerations of the challenges facing the system and possible strategies for addressing them. 

Based on the collected data, analysis and conclusions, this paper will offer relevant recommendations for improving the public transport system and contribute to improving the quality of services, efficiency and accessibility for service users.