NEW FINDINGS ON FACTORS RELATED TO TRANSIT USE
Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Date
1990
Subject Area
planning - safety/accidents, planning - surveys, ridership - mode choice, mode - mass transit
Keywords
Transit, Surveys, Security measures, Security, Safety measures, Safety, Ridership, Public transit, Public safety, Patronage (Transit ridership), Mode choice, Modal selection, Modal choice, Mass transit, Local transit, Data collection, Data acquisition, Choice of transportation, Automobile use, Automobile usage, Automobile travel
Abstract
The results are reported of a 1988 telephone survey of 4,000 persons in 17 selected statistical areas of the United States. The survey covered those with access to public transportation within a half mile of their homes, and was designed to establish individual choice factors affecting the use of public transportation. It also addressed public perception of transit innovations and public policy issues relevant to the public sector's role in promoting or discouraging transportation actions. It was found that the greatest deterrent to the use of public transportation is the comparative attractiveness of the automobile. Observations regarding the preferences of those who use an auto to drive to work and those who use public transportation are noted. Observations concerning perceived safety and security of the various modes were also made. Central city, and suburban attitudes were noted and regional comparisons were made.
Recommended Citation
Jeski, MEA, Ball, W, (1990) NEW FINDINGS ON FACTORS RELATED TO TRANSIT USE, ITE Journal, Volume 60, Issue 2, p. 34-39.
