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Table 1 Comparison of intercity transport market with urban and Rural/Island transport. Own Elaboration from Merkert et al. [40], Hensher et al. [13] and Papaioannou et al. [6]
Attribute | Urban transport | Rural & Island Areas transport | Intercity travel |
|---|---|---|---|
Service Area | Urban Areas | NUTS2/NUTS3 Areas | National |
Type of Travel | Mainly Short Trips for Commuting | Longer than urban areas, sometimes commuting | Long/Overnight trips |
Booking | No pre-booking | Pre-booking may be available | Pre-booking Required |
Service Frequency | Very High | High, but Lower than urban areas | Low |
Operator's Ownership Status | Mainly Public Sector/Some Private Companies | Mainly Private Sector/Some Public Companies | Private Sector/Some Public Companies |