Geospatial Analysis of Public Transportation Accessibility for University Students: A Case Study from Mexico

Abstract

This study analyzes the mobility needs of the students of the Universidad de Sonora and the coverage of the public transportation service in the metropolitan area of ??Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, using georeferencing and data processing techniques. Based on a database of 20,827 students enrolled in the 2023-1 school year and the geographic locations provided by GPS tracking of buses. Significant disparities were identified in commuting times and availability of stops from different neighborhoods. The results underscore the need for a multifaceted approach to improving student mobility, including optimizing bus routes, strategically relocating bus stops, and increasing service frequency.