ABSTRACT

The Routledge Handbook of Public Transport is a reference work of chapters providing in-depth examination of the current issues and future developments facing public transport.

Chapters in this book are dedicated to specific key topics, identifying the challenges therein and pointing to emerging areas of research and concern. The content is written by an international group of expert contributors and is enhanced through contributions from practitioners to deliver a broader perspective. The Handbook deals with public transport policy context, modal settings, public transport environment, public transport delivery issues, smart card data for planning and the future of public transport.

This comprehensive reference work will be a vital source for academics, researchers and transport practitioners in public transport management, transport policy and transport planning.

part A|168 pages

Policy context

chapter 4|15 pages

Public transport use

The ‘soft’ side of the story

chapter 5|11 pages

Intercity modal competition

chapter 6|10 pages

Public transport integration

chapter 7|11 pages

Intermodal connections

chapter 10|15 pages

Land value gains and value capture

The potential for financing public transport infrastructure

chapter 11|16 pages

Public transport evaluation

part D|115 pages

Specific public transport delivery issues

chapter 31|14 pages

Accessibility and design for all

chapter 32|15 pages

Network planning and design

part E|63 pages

Smart card data for public transport planning

chapter 36|8 pages

Smart card data and planning for public transport

A case study from South East Queensland, Australia

part F|61 pages

The future