A Spatial-Temporal Analysis of Travel Time Gap and Inequality between Public Transportation and Personal Vehicles

Meiyu Pan, Christa Brelsford, Majbah Uddin

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Abstract

The increased use of personal vehicles presents environmental challenges, prompting the exploration of public transportation as an affordable, eco-friendly alternative. However, obstacles like fixed schedules, limited routes, and extended travel times impede widespread adoption. This study investigates the temporal evolution of spatial inequality in the travel time gap between public transportation and personal vehicles, reflecting disparities across states and time periods. Analyzing Census Transportation Planning Program data for six northeastern states in 2010 and 2016 reveals no significant increase in the travel time gap, but notable growth in inequality in a few urban and disadvantaged communities. Comprehending these trends is vital for fostering equitable advancements in transportation infrastructure and enhancing public transportation competitiveness.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationInternational Conference on Transportation and Development 2024
Subtitle of host publicationTransportation Planning, Operations, and Transit - Selected Papers from the International Conference on Transportation and Development 2024
EditorsHeng Wei
PublisherAmerican Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Pages554-564
Number of pages11
ISBN (Electronic)9780784485521
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024
EventInternational Conference on Transportation and Development 2024: Transportation Planning, Operations, and Transit, ICTD 2024 - Atlanta, United States
Duration: Jun 15 2024Jun 18 2024

Publication series

NameInternational Conference on Transportation and Development 2024: Transportation Planning, Operations, and Transit - Selected Papers from the International Conference on Transportation and Development 2024

Conference

ConferenceInternational Conference on Transportation and Development 2024: Transportation Planning, Operations, and Transit, ICTD 2024
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAtlanta
Period06/15/2406/18/24

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