Analysis of possibilities to combine public and private transport in Vilnius based on Zurich urban transport model

Abstract

There is a strong need to better combine public and private transport in urban areas in order to reduce negative impacts of transport. To optimise the use of private transport (cars) it is necessary to promote new initiatives like carsharing, to replace the need of transportation by means of communication i.e. “virtual mobility” (remote mobility, emobility), promote development of “Park&Ride” and “Bike&Ride” facilities, use smart parking policy, implement integrated ticketing approach. These are the focal areas analysed in the paper. As an example of good practice of combining private and public transport, Zurich city’s urban transport system model is analysed in the paper. Recommendations for a creation of a multimodal transport system of Vilnius city and generic practical recommendations for sustainable development of an urban transport are provided as well based on sharing the best practice.