Transport studies are most effective if they have a clear purpose and are comprehensively scoped.

Studies support a range of transport planning activity and can cover a variety of topics, including: 

Comprehensive Studies

Studies considering all modes, issues and factors within an area or network.

Ø Spatial area based (for example, multi-region, region, urban area or  corridor)
Ø Network based (for example, road or rail)

Mode based Studies

Studies considering issues for particular modes, such as:

Ø Public transport or park and ride
Ø Traffic or parking
Ø Walking or Cycling
Ø Road or rail freight

Topic based Studies

Studies considering issues on a topic basis, such as:

Ø Transport support for economic development
Ø Safety analysis
Ø Transport pricing appraisal

Other approaches

Combinations of the above types, more specific studies or other approaches are also possible


Note: In addition to informing transport planning, studies are also needed for policy development and research