Investigating the changes in residential location and commute patterns during the pandemic using smartcard data
Oct-2024
Study makes use of smart card data from nearly 9 million subway users to examine the long term impacts of the pandemic on residential locations and subway users in Beijing. Research indicates a notable trend of residential relocation towards the city centre, it is also observed that those with longer commute times are increasingly attempting to reduce their commute times.
Research on classification and influencing factors of metro commuting patterns by combining smartcard data and household travel survey data
Jul-2019
Study aims to identify and cluster commuting patterns by making use of smart card data and traditional household survey data in Nanjing, China. Research found that some socioeconomic attributes, as well as bus station density, metro lines, transfer mode and transfer distance can significantly impact commuting patterns.
Investigating physical encounters of individuals in urban metro systems with large-scale smartcard data
Nov-2025
Study develops a framework for investigating physical encounters of individuals in urban metro systems using smart card data in Shenzhen, China.
Mining metro commuting mobility patterns using massive smartcard data
Aug-2021
Study develops a method to mine metro commuting mobility patterns via massive smart card data. Study found that metro commuters accounted for 41% of morning peak traffic in Chongqing, discovering three typical job-housing function patterns and three commute efficiency patterns are discovered, with the characteristics of each being mined.
A synthesis of mobile ticketing applications used by commuters railroads in the United States
Sep-2022
Study into the features of mobile ticketing applications used by train operators in the United States. Study compared the applications through four categories: the ticket validation process, ticket types offered in the app, additional features in the app and the process for transferring to other modes using the app.
Who uses smartcard? Understanding public transport payment preference in developing contexts, a case study of Manila’s LRT-1
Apr-2019
Research into the demographics of the users of smartcards on the Metro Manilla Light Rail Transit Line. Study finds that groups with higher levels of education and a stable income/job are more likely to use a smart card, and that those with lower levels of education and an unstable income/job are more likely to use a single journey ticket. Additionally, the study considers the impact of the 'sachet economy' - in which goods are purchased in smaller quantities more frequently with the goal of more effective budgeting. This may explain why many lower income users prefer single journey tickets. The study suggests the consideration of this culture to produce smart ticketing solutions for lower income groups.
Electronic ticketing systems as a mechanism for travel behaviour change? Evidence from Sydney's Opal card
Mar-2017
Study investigating the extent to which electronic ticketing systems can influence people to switch transport modes. Study finds significant reductions in car use and increases in use of trains. With the trend consistent across income groups, but more visible among elderly users.
A fare future for rail: blueprint for fares and ticketing reform
Oct-2023
Report advocating for a reform of rail fares and ticketing to make travelling by rail more affordable, accessible and appealing. The report lays out a series of reforms to be made, and advocates for an arms-length body to be established to execute them.
Action Plan: Information on Rail Fares and Ticketing
Dec-2017
Report produced to lay out clear actions to be taken to improve the passenger experience when buying and using train tickets. Report lays out a number of recommendations, focusing on how a passenger chooses their ticket, what ticket they are buying, where they buy their ticket, and how they but their ticket.
Using smartcards on rail in the south east of England: what do passengers want?
Jan-2016
Research into how passenger opinions on smart ticketing has changed with increased use. Focused on rail commuters in south-east England, who will soon have access to smart ticketing. Intended to develop understanding of passenger demands and expectations. Utilised group discussions, face-to-face interviews and workshops.