Rail transport in the city as a factor in the growth and sustainability of social and economic development

Abstract

Rail transport in the city as a factor in the growth and sustainability of social and economic development

Kovaleova N.A., Mamaev Т.Е.

Incoming article date: 11.12.2015

The article discusses the functioning of the transport system of the city, revealed problems in the development of urban transport and the role of rail transport, barriers and opportunities of using railways in the city for intercity passenger transportation.

Keywords: urban transport, intercity rail transportation efficiency, the organization of transportation, sustainability