RURAL VS. URBAN TRAVEL BEHAVIOR: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF MOBILITY PATTERNS IN THE IZMIR URBAN RAIL MASS TRANSIT SYSTEM (IZBAN)

Ahmet Karakurt · 2025 · Konya Journal of Engineering Sciences

Summary. This study compares travel behavior between rural and urban residents using the Izmir Urban Rail Transit System in Turkey. Analysis of 606 surveys reveals urban travelers enjoy shorter trips and better public transit access, while rural travelers depend on private vehicles and travel longer distances. Socio-economic factors like income significantly influence travel patterns. The findings highlight distinct mobility challenges in each setting and provide evidence for designing equitable, sustainable transportation policies.

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  title   = {RURAL VS. URBAN TRAVEL BEHAVIOR: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF MOBILITY PATTERNS IN THE IZMIR URBAN RAIL MASS TRANSIT SYSTEM (IZBAN)},
  author  = {Ahmet Karakurt},
  journal = {Konya Journal of Engineering Sciences},
  year    = {2025},
  doi     = {10.36306/konjes.1581789},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.36306/konjes.1581789}
}

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DOI

10.36306/konjes.1581789

Countries

Turkey

Categories

transportation, policy, general-innovation

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2026-05-01