Long-Distance Trips and Mode Choice in Illinois

摘要: Estimating demand for high speed rail systems in the U.S. is increasingly important as more resources and attention are given to development of such systems. However, estimating potential ridership poses unique challenges. Obtaining behavioral data accurately predict customers’ market responses a new unfamiliar product paramount importance. there limited amount travel survey regarding usage. This typically main source information long distance trips that extend beyond urban area boundaries or planning regions metropolitan organizations. Therefore, order conduct study requires both understanding how individuals currently they would if system was available. The focus this paper on collecting hypothetical high-speed state Illinois. A mixed-mode stated-choice intercept designed implemented pencil instrument (PAPI) use when pre-trip possible, combination screener follow-up internet-based Computer Aided Self Interview (CASI) survey. used estimate mode choice behavior. paired with Computer-Aided Telephone (CATI) personal survey, which reveal respondents current long-distance characteristics.