A bicicleta como meio de transporte integrado a terminais de ônibus: o caso do terminal Vilarinho (Belo Horizonte/Minas Gerais)

Abstract

In the Metropolitan Region of Belo Horizonte, the high rate of use of motorized individual transportation has aggravated problems related to urban accessibility and mobility. These problems affect the population, negatively impacting the quality of urban life. In this sense, the bicycle presents itself as a possible solution to the problems exposed when used as a means of transportation for daily commuting, especially if combined with public transportation by bus, promoting more sustainable urban traffic. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the potential of using the bicycle in an integrated manner with public transportation provided by bus at the Vilarinho Terminal (Belo Horizonte). To this end, a survey was conducted on the most influential factors for individuals to choose to travel by bicycle, and consequently maximize the use of this mode in urban centers. The results indicate a growing tendency of willingness to carry out the proposed integration.