Research of Economics and Business
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): MARCH 2026

The Impact of Operational Performance and Pricing Policy on Purchase Intention for Economy-Class Train Services

Lestari, Lestiyanti (Unknown)
Yuaniko, Yuaniko (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
19 Mar 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effect of operational performance and pricing policy on purchase intention for long-distance economy-class train tickets at Bekasi Station. Fluctuations in passenger numbers and relatively low growth compared to market potential indicate unstable consumer purchase intention. Operational issues such as delays and facility complaints, as well as perceptions of price-value mismatches, are assumed to influence consumer decisions. A quantitative survey approach was employed using primary data collected from 76 economy-class passengers. Data were analyzed through validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, and multiple linear regression using SPSS. The results reveal that operational performance and pricing policy have a positive and significant effect on purchase intention, both partially and simultaneously. The coefficient of determination shows that these two variables explain 97.5% of the variation in purchase intention. The findings conclude that improving punctuality, service quality, and facility comfort, and implementing competitive, value-based pricing strategies are crucial to increasing consumer interest. Managerially, the study contributes practical insights for railway operators in designing operational improvements and adaptive pricing strategies to enhance competitiveness and passenger demand.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

reb

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Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

The Research of Economics and Business (REB) is an open-access and peer-review journal that publishes high-quality and original research articles, review papers, and case studies. This journal covers a wide range of topics in economics and business and offers new scientific perspectives, and ...