Public Transport provides an accessible introductory text to the field
of public transport systems, covering bus, coach, rail, metro, domestic
air and taxi modes. The market structure is set out, together with data
collection methods. The technology of bus and rail systems is introduced
with particular reference to peak capacity and energy consumption. An
analysis of cost structures and costing methods leads into a review of
pricing concepts and their application. In addition to issues related to
urban systems, specific chapters cover rural public transport and the
long-distance sector. A concluding chapter examines long-run policy
issues, such as likely population changes and scope for substitution of
travel. The primary context taken is that of the British Isles, drawing
extensively on data such as the National Travel Survey in England.
However, the principles and findings are also broadly applicable to
countries of similar per capita income and population density.
This sixth edition introduces a new chapter on data collection and
survey methods for public transport systems in addition to a general
update of the text to reflect the latest statistical evidence, research
findings and policy changes. Public Transport is an essential textbook
for both students in transport and those in related fields. This is an
invaluable resource for transport planners in local authorities and
consultancies.
