Public transport provision requires substantial organisational efforts, careful planning, in some cases contributions from the public purse, and coordination between millions of passengers and staff members in large systems. Efficient resource allocation is critical in its daily operation, and...

"Taking a comprehensive approach to two central, closely intertwined themes in the field of transport economics, this illuminating Handbook recognises the critical socioeconomic importance of transport pricing and financing. The expert contributors provide insights into how pricing goes beyond...

Mobility as a Service (MaaS) is widely expected to make sustainable transport choices more attractive. New approaches to ticketing will be a core part of MaaS, both to attract users and fund services. The associated pricing decisions will be a matter of public policy as much as business...

Mobility as a Service (MaaS) is widely expected to make sustainable transport choices more attractive. New approaches to ticketing will be a core part of MaaS, both to attract users and fund services. The associated pricing decisions will be a matter of public policy as much as business...

Dense urban areas are especially hardly hit by the COVID-19 crisis due to the limited availability of public transport, one of the most efficient means of mass mobility. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, public transport operators are experiencing steep declines in demand and fare revenues due...