Mode of transportation

There are three main means of transport. They are land transport, air transport and water transport.

Means of transport that move on land only are called land transport.

As land transport is cheaper, it is the most common means of transporting people and goods from one place to another.

Example of land transport are bicycle, motor cycle, scooter, car, bus, train, bullock cart and camel cart.

Means of transport that move in the air only are called air transport. 

Air transport can move people and goods from one place to another very quickly but it is very expensive.

Example of air transport are aeroplane and helicopter. Aeroplanes take off from airports.

Means of transport that move only on water are called water transport. 

Water travel is slow as compared to land and air travel. Ships are used for travelling short distances and to transport huge quantities of goods to far away places. 

Example of water transport are boat, steamer and ship.