Deutsche Bahn AG aims to provide travelers with flexible and attractive mobility solutions even beyond the rail network. Rural regions are a prime example of this. In these areas, on-demand transportation runs. They can effectively supplement existing infrastructure and create additional connections to public transit, particularly during times and in areas of low demand.
On-Demand: Attractive and Demand-Driven
On-demand transportation services are flexible travel options without fixed schedules or routes. Instead, the vehicles operate on demand, and bookings are usually made via an app or by phone. Often, an algorithm groups similar travel requests into carpools, allowing multiple people to share a vehicle at the same time. This so-called pooling can increase utilization and reduce empty runs. Thanks to their flexible and tailored service, on-demand transportation services can complement public transit and offer an additional alternative to private cars, particularly in rural areas. Depending on the service, electric vehicles may also be used.
The foundation of any on-demand transportation service is specific planning that takes actual mobility needs and travel patterns into account. This allows for the creation of customized concepts tailored to local requirements.
A Smart Solution for Digital Regional and Local Transport
A central component of digital on-demand regional and local transport is smart software that aggregates incoming customer requests, forms carpool groups, and calculates the best routes. Together with local and regional transport companies that handle on-site operations, DB Regio develops customized mobility solutions for each region. Whether as a feeder service to the train station or to cover entire or partial routes, the goal is to integrate on-demand services into the existing regional and local transport system.
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