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* Ticketing systems for the network should support easy transfers between lines, and treat all modes (eg train, tram or light rail, bus) the same as far as possible.
* Ticketing systems for the network should support easy transfers between lines, and treat all modes (eg train, tram or light rail, bus) the same as far as possible.


The concept has been developed by public transport developers and researchers progressively over several decades. A particularly good examples of it in practice pointed to by relevant experts is [[Zurich]], in Switzerland. Even in countries with high level of individual car ownership, cities providing a fast and integrated public transport network, such as [[Wikipedia:Vancouver]] and [[Wikipedia:Toronto]], have also found public transport to be a much more effective option and better patronised than in other comparable cities.
The concept has been developed by public transport developers and researchers progressively over several decades. A particularly good examples of it in practice pointed to by relevant experts is [[Zurich]], in Switzerland. Even in countries with high level of individual car ownership, cities providing a fast and integrated public transport network, such as [[Vancouver]] and [[Toronto]], have also found public transport to be a much more effective option and better patronised than in other comparable cities.


Coupled with [[Public Transport Prioritisation]] measures and traffic-calming of automobiles, public transport integrated network planning can be an important step towards a more balanced and hopefully environmental sustainable transport system in urban regions.
Coupled with [[Public Transport Prioritisation]] measures and traffic-calming of automobiles, public transport integrated network planning can be an important step towards a more balanced and hopefully environmental sustainable transport system in urban regions.
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