Abstract:Based on simulation methods, this paper analyzed the influence of traffic mode characteristics and the passenger’s own characteristics on the travelling mode choice behavior of intercity passengers with a mathematical model. By comprehensive application of the production and income methods and introduction of the proportional coefficient, the calculation model of travelling time value was improved based on the fact if the passenger has his/her own cars. Based on the expression function of the distribution parameters of waiting time and the elements which cannot be accurately quantified, a simulation method for travelling mode choice behavior was systematically designed for intercity passengers. In addition, this dynamic simulation approach was illustrated with the Shanghai Hangzhou intercity transport corridors in China. The sensitivity analysis of four parameters show that the proposed simulation approach is accurate and valid.
