This paper investigates the important attributes relating to the crowding effects at the Light
Rail Transit (LRT) stations in Hong Kong. With the data collected at two selected LRT …

This paper investigates the relationship between the dwelling time of trains and the
crowding situations at Mass Transit Railway (MTR) stations in Hong Kong. Regression …

Crowded trains are a feature of many railway networks and adversely affect both train
passengers and rail operators. For passengers, the lack of space or inability to get a seat …

This paper describes the results of a research project that aimed to establish passenger
values of crowding on public transport services in the Paris region. Qualitative research …

Crowding on metro trains is an important measure of passenger satisfaction and also
provides a criterion for determining service frequency and the number of cars necessary for …

The relationship between train occupancy, comfort and perceived security is analysed, using
data from a survey and stated choice (SC) study of users of Santiago's Metro (subway) …

Having to stand on trains, especially in cramped conditions makes rail travel a less pleasant
experience. Crowded seating also tends to be less pleasant than uncrowded seating …

Transit passengers' response to crowded conditions has been studied empirically, yet is
limitedly included in transport models currently used in the design of policy and …

Crowding in public transport is becoming a growing concern as demand grows at a rate that
is outstripping available capacity. To capture the user benefits associated with reduced …

The effects of high passenger density at bus stops, at rail stations, inside buses and trains
are diverse. This paper examines the multiple dimensions of passenger crowding related to …