Individuals’ Attitudes Toward Public Transit in a Rural Transit District

Sarmistha R. Majumdar, Corliss Lentz · 2011 · Public Works Management & Policy

Summary. Rural commuters in the United States face higher transportation costs than urban residents, especially during periods of high gasoline prices. This study surveyed rural commuters to determine whether they would use public transit if available and what factors influence their decision. The research found that commuters do prefer public transit service, and sustaining it requires focusing on the service attributes that matter most to users.

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Majumdar, S. R., & Lentz, C.. (2011). Individuals’ Attitudes Toward Public Transit in a Rural Transit District. Public Works Management & Policy. https://doi.org/10.1177/1087724x11421953

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DOI: 10.1177/1087724x11421953
Countries: United States
Regions: North America
Categories: transportation, rural-data-and-definitions
Added: 2026-04-28