On Tue, Jan 17, 2017 at 4:02 AM, Martin Koppenhoefer <dieterdre...@gmail.com > wrote:
> > 2017-01-17 8:47 GMT+01:00 Tijmen Stam <mailingli...@iivq.net>: > >> However, I would warn against using OSM as a database for public >> transport. It seems as if public transport is sometimes overmicromapped in >> OSM. > > > > +1, I'd see public_transport cards somehow included in the ticket vending, > and there's generally a move away from any kind of physical ticket or cards > towards electronic solutions in combination with smartphones etc., so it > might not even be worth the hazzle ;-) > Counterargument: The unbanked population is rapidly increasing, leaving electronic payment options unavailable. Also, tourists and infrequent/new riders that may not have a compatible electronic option available. Knowing where to obtain a ticket/card/whatever with hard currency is immensely useful in these situations.
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