Post-Covid-19 travel patterns:A literature review

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the travel patterns of people globally. These changes could be attributed to the travel restrictions imposed by governments worldwide. Studies have shown that these changes persist somewhat in the post-COVID-19 era. Understanding post-COVID-19 travel patterns is essential for various aspects of society, but most importantly, for transport planners to ensure sustainable mobility and positive traffic flow. This paper aims to explore the travel pattern in the post-COVID-19 period in the global south using a comprehensive literature review. Research articles and conference papers from Google Scholar, Science Direct and Scopus were gathered and selected based on the title. The findings show a major shift in the mode of travel, especially an increase in the use of the private car. The paper will further recommend future research.