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Route effect on the perception of public transport services quality

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  • Chica-Olmo, Jorge
  • Gachs-Sánchez, Héctor
  • Lizarraga, Carmen

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User satisfaction is a key indicator of public service quality, especially for those services considered basic necessities. The conceptualization and measurement of transport service quality—a fundamental determinant of demand—poses challenges for conducting economic analyses and designing mobility policies.

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  • Chica-Olmo, Jorge & Gachs-Sánchez, Héctor & Lizarraga, Carmen, 2018. "Route effect on the perception of public transport services quality," Transport Policy, Elsevier, vol. 67(C), pages 40-48.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:trapol:v:67:y:2018:i:c:p:40-48
    DOI: 10.1016/j.tranpol.2017.03.024
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