First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley

Providing a good first-mile transport mode is vital in developing a sustainable transport system in a nation. However, most residents faced distance connectivity, morning rush hours, and unavailability of transport mode choice. In this study, we examined five modes of transportation in Klang Valley....

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Main Authors: Ikeh, Obinna Bleshius, Yuen, Choon Wah
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Published: Korean Society of Civil Engineers-KSCE 2022
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spelling my.um.eprints.429842023-09-28T13:38:33Z http://eprints.um.edu.my/42984/ First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley Ikeh, Obinna Bleshius Yuen, Choon Wah TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) Providing a good first-mile transport mode is vital in developing a sustainable transport system in a nation. However, most residents faced distance connectivity, morning rush hours, and unavailability of transport mode choice. In this study, we examined five modes of transportation in Klang Valley. This study builds on survey data through on-site and online surveys. The data examined individual-level and contextual factors influencing first-mile travel behaviour. The results tell that despite varying contexts, the six determinants such as age, status, professions, monthly income, and travel distance significantly explain individual travel behaviour. In order to achieve mitigation of traffic congestion within the city and, consequently, improve transit connectivity, this paper recommends that public transportation networks be expanded to reach rural areas. Besides, authorities may consider offering a free shuttle bus to attract more people, start using public transportation. Simultaneously, encourage individuals to use e-scooters and e-hailing services while commuting short-distance trips. Korean Society of Civil Engineers-KSCE 2022-06 Article PeerReviewed Ikeh, Obinna Bleshius and Yuen, Choon Wah (2022) First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley. KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, 26 (6). pp. 2909-2918. DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/s12205-022-1459-5 <https://doi.org/10.1007/s12205-022-1459-5>. 10.1007/s12205-022-1459-5
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Ikeh, Obinna Bleshius
Yuen, Choon Wah
First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley
description Providing a good first-mile transport mode is vital in developing a sustainable transport system in a nation. However, most residents faced distance connectivity, morning rush hours, and unavailability of transport mode choice. In this study, we examined five modes of transportation in Klang Valley. This study builds on survey data through on-site and online surveys. The data examined individual-level and contextual factors influencing first-mile travel behaviour. The results tell that despite varying contexts, the six determinants such as age, status, professions, monthly income, and travel distance significantly explain individual travel behaviour. In order to achieve mitigation of traffic congestion within the city and, consequently, improve transit connectivity, this paper recommends that public transportation networks be expanded to reach rural areas. Besides, authorities may consider offering a free shuttle bus to attract more people, start using public transportation. Simultaneously, encourage individuals to use e-scooters and e-hailing services while commuting short-distance trips.
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author Ikeh, Obinna Bleshius
Yuen, Choon Wah
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Yuen, Choon Wah
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title First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley
title_short First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley
title_full First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley
title_fullStr First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley
title_full_unstemmed First-Mile transport mode study to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system in Klang Valley
title_sort first-mile transport mode study to mass rapid transit (mrt) system in klang valley
publisher Korean Society of Civil Engineers-KSCE
publishDate 2022
url http://eprints.um.edu.my/42984/
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