Evaluation of Novel Public Transportation System Fare Payment Methods: Opportunities and Limitations

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Mostafa Vamegh 1
Behnam Rostami Kamrood, 2
1 Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Shiraz University of Technology, Shiraz, Iran.
2 Department of Civil Engineering, CT.C., Islamic Azad University. Tehran, Iran.
10.22034/road.2026.565908.2461
Abstract
The continuous advancement of digital technologies and their expanding accessibility have fundamentally transformed everyday life, especially in the field of public transportation. The use of modern technologies in electronic fare payment systems for public transport passengers, particularly in large cities with frequent daily trips, plays a key role in improving service quality, facilitating processes, and reducing infrastructural challenges . These technologies contribute significantly to improving the efficiency of transport systems, reducing environmental pollution, and increasing safety by decreasing transaction times and related costs while maintaining user privacy and enhancing data security . This article systematically reviews advanced electronic payment technologies in public transportation. It analyzes the key factors influencing the development of these technologies, their unique features, strengths, and weaknesses, and introduces a comprehensive outlook for their improvement and optimal application . The study also identifies future research areas and practical solutions to enhance fare payment systems in public transport.
Keywords
Modern Payment Systems
Biometric
Electronic Payment
Mobile Phone
Public Transportation
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