
Mobility study on Parisian residents published
21/10/2024
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Source: Paris Region Institute, D. Nguyen-Luong
The Paris Region Institute has announced findings from its GPS Mobility (EMG) survey, conducted eighteen months after the COVID-19 pandemic.
This study looks at the mobility activities of Parisians from October 2022 to April 2023, compiled to help define and improve urban planning and transportation in the Île-de-France region, which houses the city of Paris and surrounding areas. The sample number of participants consisted of 3,337 residents aged 16-80, who used a GPS tracker to record their weekly mobility trips.
Estimated daily mobility numbers
The most traveling occurs during the working week of Monday to Friday, with 34.5 million trips taking place, which then decreases to 29 million on Saturday, then 19 million on Sunday, respectively.
Vehicle modes commonly used
The car is used the most in the outer suburbs, and for city residents, public transport is the most common form of transportation. In terms of the bicycle, this vehicle represents 30% of trips in the Île-de-France region, with more city residents using them than the car.
The unique nature of mobility on Friday
On Friday, the survey has found that the amount of people entering and leaving the Île-de-France region triples in comparison to Monday. Also, it is the day that the largest proportion of people work from home (40%), instead of commuting to work.
Weekend mobility results
It has been revealed that during this period, more residents use the car and less use public transportation compared to the working week. Modal use of the car rises from 34% to 42% and public transport use decreases from 26% to 18%.
Origin of users traveling on Paris’ BP ring road
The Boulevard Périphérique (BP) is a famous road that borders the city of Paris, and is thought to be one of the busiest roads in France. The study found that 80% of those that use it, live outside of the city itself.
More findings from the study can be accessed here. The Paris Region Institute also plans to conduct a weekly mobility study for 2024-2025, to expand on its mobility research.
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