Exploring the factors influencing the use of public transport by commuters living in networks of small cities and towns

Rasca, Sinziana; Saeed, Naima

doi:10.1016/j.tbs.2022.03.007

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“…While various strategies for increasing the use of public transport have been studied in different contexts around the world, no standardised solution has yet been agreed on (Rasca & Saeed, 2022). Lanzendorf (2002) used the "mobility style" model to clarify the relationship between individuals' travel mode choices and a range of factors.…”

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“…Individuals with higher educational levels are more likely to use public transport (Rachele et al, 2015). Ding et al (2017) and Rasca and Saeed (2022) found that higher levels of accessibility can increase public transport use. According to the definitions provided by Litman (2008) and Saghapour et al (2016), bus accessi-bility encompasses several factors: access to bus stops, travel time and distance by bus, frequency of the buses, and ticket prices.…”

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“…According to the definitions provided by Litman (2008) and Saghapour et al (2016), bus accessi-bility encompasses several factors: access to bus stops, travel time and distance by bus, frequency of the buses, and ticket prices. Having to travel a longer distance from home to the nearest bus stop has a negative impact on bus use (Rasca & Saeed, 2022). Rasca and Saeed (2022) found that travellers living within a comfortable walking distance (e.g., five minutes or less) of bus stops are more willing and likely to use the bus.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Having to travel a longer distance from home to the nearest bus stop has a negative impact on bus use (Rasca & Saeed, 2022). Rasca and Saeed (2022) found that travellers living within a comfortable walking distance (e.g., five minutes or less) of bus stops are more willing and likely to use the bus. The only current international sustainable urban development standard, the ISO Standard No.…”

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“…Existing studies on bus travel can be roughly divided into two types: first, those investigating factors affecting the use of buses (Brechan, 2017;Buehler, 2011;Chakrabarti & Joh, 2019;Chng et al, 2016;Ding et al, 2017;Ha et al, 2020;Ng & Acker, 2018;O'Fallon et al, 2004;Paulley et al, 2006;Rachele et al, 2015;Rasca & Saeed, 2022), and second, studies exploring the relationship between car ownership and bus use (Balcombe et al, 2004;Chakrabarti, 2017;Eriksson et al, 2008;Lee et al, 2003;Liu & Cirillo, 2015;Yao et al, 2021). Although some studies have considered the effect of car ownership and car use on bus travel (Rasca & Saeed, 2022;Yao et al, 2021), few have examined the influence of other travel modes, such as walking and cycling. Additionally, previous studies have paid scant attention to discussing the possibility of using buses for journeys of different travel times or over different distances.…”

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Small cities and towns often struggle to provide high-quality public transport services to daily commuters. This is reflected in the modal split, where the share of car users dominates. Such a problem requires a modern solution, where transport planners can verify the impact of potential transport network improvements on the travel behavior of the residents before the changes are actually deployed. This study aims to demonstrate the usefulness of employing an agent-based simulation tool in the decision process for redesigning an express service regional bus route connecting a network of small cities and towns. The model was initially developed as a Mobility as a Service simulation solution for suburban areas of European metropolises. The model is adapted and applied to a case study for the region of Agder, Norway, simulating the impact of nine different scenarios on the patronage of a specific bus route. The simulation model proposes to upgrade the classic agent structure to a persona profile designed specifically for the case study. The main objective of this research is to identify the scenario that maximizes patronage while minimizing total route travel time and additional costs. The results suggest that the proposed model can be successfully adapted from suburban metropolitan areas to the realities of the considered case study, and potentially other similar regions. Specifically, out of the nine proposed scenarios, the model identified four promising ones. One of the four scenarios also fits the cost constraints imposed by the transport provider. The model provides a solid approach for analyzing complex transport systems that are practically impossible to consider in detail if the analysis is done without computer support. Thus, the results can be used as a decision support system for public transport planning and operations in networks of small cities and towns.

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Exploring the factors influencing the use of public transport by commuters living in networks of small cities and towns

Cited by 23 publications

References 41 publications

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Is It Possible to Compete With Car Use? How Buses Can Facilitate Sustainable Transport

Eastern paradigm of urban mobility: the case of Erbil city, Iraq

Agent-based decision-support model for bus route redesign in networks of small cities and towns: case study of Agder, Norway

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