Journal of Engineering, Electrical and Informatics
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): June: Journal of Engineering, Electrical and Informatics

Analysis of Mode Choice Between Damri Bus and Taxi Services as an Effort to Improve Passenger Transportation Services : (Case Study: Gemeh–Melonguane)




Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2025

Abstract

The Gemeh–Melonguane route experiences a high volume of passenger trips, with noticeable competition between Damri buses and taxis as the primary transportation modes. Passengers' mode selection is influenced by various individual considerations and situational factors. This study aims to examine the characteristics and key factors affecting passenger decisions in choosing between Damri buses and taxis on this route. A descriptive quantitative method is applied, combining descriptive analysis to explain user characteristics with multiple linear regression to identify significant influencing factors. The regression results are then processed using a binomial logit model to estimate the probability of mode choice. The utility function derived from the regression analysis is Yubd = -3.027 + 2.417X10 + 3.85X23 + 4.052X24 + 4.659X31 + 4.289X32 + 3.388X33 + 2.352X34 - 3.653X61 - 4.377X62 - 2.629X72 + 1.325X82. Six variables were found to significantly influence mode selection: gender (X1), age (X2), occupation (X3), luggage weight (X6), reason for choosing the mode (X7), and service perception (X8). The coefficients of these variables were input into the binomial logit model to determine the likelihood of choosing each transport mode. The findings reveal that the probability of selecting Damri buses is 82%, while the likelihood of choosing taxis is 18%. These results indicate that Damri buses are more likely to be chosen due to factors such as affordability, convenience, and passenger demographics.

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jeei

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Subject

Computer Science & IT Control & Systems Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering Engineering

Description

The journal publishes original papers in the field of Engineering, Electrical and Informatics which covers the following scope: Power Engineering Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Power Electronics, Power Quality, Power Economic, FACTS, Renewable Energy, Smart Grid, Electric ...