Su, Diep Ngoc; Nguyen-Phuoc, Duy Quy; Pham, Son Truong; Nguyen, Thao Phuong Thi; Luu, Tuan Trong; Oviedo-Trespalacios, O.

Author(s)

Su, Diep Ngoc

Nguyen-Phuoc, Duy Quy

Pham, Son Truong

Nguyen, Thao Phuong Thi

Luu, Tuan Trong

Oviedo-Trespalacios, O.

Publication Date

2025

Abstract

File under embargo until 19/05/2025.

Abstract

Perceived accessibility refers to individuals’ subjective perception of how easy it is to reach destinations using a specific mode of transport. As such, understanding the effect of perceived accessibility on travel behavior is essential for creating transport systems and urban environments that are efficient, equitable, and sustainable. This study develops a new integrated model by combining the Norm Activation Model (NAM), the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), perceived risk, and perceived accessibility. This enhanced model offers a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing individuals’ intentions to switch to urban train systems. Additionally, the moderating effects of perceived accessibility on the link between personal, contextual factors and switching intention are also explored. The model developed is tested using data obtained from a sample of 535 individuals in Hanoi, Vietnam. This is particularly important because more research in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is needed to address the sustainability challenges these nations face due to their dependency on motorized private transport. The findings show that subjective norms have the strongest effect on the intention, followed by personal norms, attitude, and perceived accessibility. This study also confirms the moderating role of perceived accessibility on the link between attitude and switching intention, while the other hypotheses regarding the moderating effects of perceived accessibility are not supported by the findings. These insights aim to inform policymakers and public transport authorities in developing targeted strategies to promote sustainable urban mobility in Vietnam.

Affiliation

Holmesglen Institute

The University of Da Nang

National Taipei University of Technology

Swinburn University of Technology

Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands

Sponsorship

Bachelor of Hospitality Management

Citation

Vol. 12, issue 12

Link

https://holmesglen.intersearch.com.au/handle/20.500.11800/405

Publisher

Elsevier

Faculty

Higher Education and Applied Research

Subject

Public transport

Perceived risk

Sustainable transport

Perceived accessibility

South East Asia

Switching intention

Title

Exploring the switch to urban train services : the impact of perceived accessibility and its moderating effects

Type of document

Journal Article

Entity Type

Publication

Author(s)	Su, Diep Ngoc Nguyen-Phuoc, Duy Quy Pham, Son Truong Nguyen, Thao Phuong Thi Luu, Tuan Trong Oviedo-Trespalacios, O.
Publication Date	2025
Abstract	File under embargo until 19/05/2025.
Abstract	Perceived accessibility refers to individuals’ subjective perception of how easy it is to reach destinations using a specific mode of transport. As such, understanding the effect of perceived accessibility on travel behavior is essential for creating transport systems and urban environments that are efficient, equitable, and sustainable. This study develops a new integrated model by combining the Norm Activation Model (NAM), the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), perceived risk, and perceived accessibility. This enhanced model offers a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing individuals’ intentions to switch to urban train systems. Additionally, the moderating effects of perceived accessibility on the link between personal, contextual factors and switching intention are also explored. The model developed is tested using data obtained from a sample of 535 individuals in Hanoi, Vietnam. This is particularly important because more research in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is needed to address the sustainability challenges these nations face due to their dependency on motorized private transport. The findings show that subjective norms have the strongest effect on the intention, followed by personal norms, attitude, and perceived accessibility. This study also confirms the moderating role of perceived accessibility on the link between attitude and switching intention, while the other hypotheses regarding the moderating effects of perceived accessibility are not supported by the findings. These insights aim to inform policymakers and public transport authorities in developing targeted strategies to promote sustainable urban mobility in Vietnam.
Affiliation	Holmesglen Institute The University of Da Nang National Taipei University of Technology Swinburn University of Technology Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands
Sponsorship	Bachelor of Hospitality Management
Citation	Vol. 12, issue 12
Link	https://holmesglen.intersearch.com.au/handle/20.500.11800/405
Publisher	Elsevier
Faculty	Higher Education and Applied Research
Subject	Public transport Perceived risk Sustainable transport Perceived accessibility South East Asia Switching intention
Title	Exploring the switch to urban train services : the impact of perceived accessibility and its moderating effects
Type of document	Journal Article
Entity Type	Publication

Exploring the switch to urban train services : the impact of perceived accessibility and its moderating effects

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