Modo de Transporte e Tempo de Comutação na Região Metropolitana de São Paulo

Abstract

We aim to analyze the relationship among the mode of transportation and time spent on home-work commuting. It is assumed that the regions of residence and work have inflluence on decision of the modal of commuting. Results show that in areas with high probability of workers using private transportation, they also present a high probability of using public transportation. Choice for private transportation is linked to the worker level of education and income. Three alternatives are suggested for accessibility improvements: introduction of tolls; increase in exclusive bus lanes; at peak times, exclusive lanes for cars with a minimum number of passengers.