Examining Heterogeneity in Demand-Responsive Bus Choices under Travel Time Uncertainty

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The topic of demand-responsive bus (DRB) systems receives significant support in various countries. This study explores the influencing attributes of travelers choosing DRB under travel time uncertainty. We study the impact of travel time uncertainty on traffic modes and analyze the travelers’ stated preference (SP) survey data. Specifically, we consider preference heterogeneity for travel time uncertainty and use the centrality-dispersion method to measure travel time uncertainty. The impact of attributes on DRB choice is measured by elasticity analysis. A satisficing model is used to address the issue in traditional models. The influence of scenario attributes on the use of satisficing rules is explored. According to the result, the satisficing model outperforms other models. The results reveal significant heterogeneity in preference for travel time uncertainty. Sociodemographic attributes contribute to varying degrees of heterogeneity depending on the decision-making rules. These findings offer valuable insights for enhancing the attractiveness of DRB in China.

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