Public Transit Reliability, Safety & Access Survey Template
Collect rider feedback on transit reliability, safety, and accessibility across bus and rail. Customizable survey that's mobile-ready—launch in minutes.
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Sample Survey Items
Q1
Dropdown
In the last 30 days, how often did you use public transit?
5 or more days per week
3-4 days per week
1-2 days per week
A few times this month
Not in the last 30 days
Q2
Multiple Choice
Which transit modes did you use in the last 30 days? Select all that apply.
Bus
Subway/Metro
Commuter rail/Regional train
Light rail/Streetcar
Ferry/Water bus
Paratransit/On-demand accessible service
On-demand microtransit/shuttle
Q3
Opinion Scale
In the last 30 days, how often was your transit service on time?
Range: 1 – 10
Min: Never on timeMid: About half the timeMax: Always on time
Q4
Multiple Choice
In the last 30 days, which issues did you personally experience, if any? Select all that apply.
Vehicle arrived late
Vehicle did not show/cancelled
Long waits between services
Overcrowding
Missed connections
Inaccurate arrival predictions
Unexpected detours or service changes
Payment or fare problems
Q5
Matrix
Thinking about the last 30 days, how safe did you feel in these situations when using transit?
Rows
Very unsafe
Unsafe
Neutral
Safe
Very safe
On board during daytime
•
•
•
•
•
On board at night
•
•
•
•
•
At stations/stops during daytime
•
•
•
•
•
At stations/stops at night
•
•
•
•
•
Walking to/from stops
•
•
•
•
•
Waiting in low-visibility areas (e.g., dimly lit)
•
•
•
•
•
Q6
Multiple Choice
In the last 90 days, did you personally witness or experience harassment, theft, or assault on transit or at stations/stops?
Yes
No
Prefer not to say
Q7
Multiple Choice
Which accessibility features do you use or need when riding? Select all that apply.
Elevator access
Escalator access
Step-free boarding/ramps
Priority seating
Wheelchair space
Audio announcements
Visual displays
Tactile paving/Braille signage
Space for strollers or luggage
Service animal accommodations
None of the above
Prefer not to say
Q8
Opinion Scale
Overall, how easy is it to access the stations or stops you use most? (Consider ramps, elevators, signage.)
Range: 1 – 10
Min: Very difficultMid: Neither easy nor difficultMax: Very easy
Q9
Ranking
Please rank the following improvements from most to least important to you.
Drag to order (top = most important)
More frequent service
Better on-time performance
Cleaner vehicles/stations
More staff presence/security
More accessible infrastructure (elevators, ramps)
More reliable real-time information
Lower fares
Q10
Rating
Overall, how satisfied are you with your transit experience in the last 30 days?
Scale: 10 (star)
Min: Very dissatisfiedMax: Very satisfied
Q11
Multiple Choice
Attention check: To confirm you are paying attention, please select "No."
Yes
No
Q12
Dropdown
What is your age?
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65 or older
Prefer not to say
Q13
Multiple Choice
How do you describe your gender?
Woman
Man
Non-binary
Prefer not to say
Q14
Multiple Choice
Where do you primarily ride?
Urban/city center
Inner suburban
Outer suburban or rural
I ride across multiple area types
Q15
Multiple Choice
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Less than high school
High school or equivalent
Some college/Associate degree
Bachelor’s degree
Postgraduate degree
Prefer not to say
Q16
Multiple Choice
What is your current employment status?
Employed full-time
Employed part-time
Self-employed
Student
Unemployed
Retired
Homemaker/Caregiver
Prefer not to say
Q17
Long Text
What one change would most improve your transit experience?
Max 600 chars
Q18
AI Interview
AI Interview: 2 Follow-up Questions on your transit experience
AI InterviewLength: 2Personality: Expert InterviewerMode: Fast
Q19
Chat Message
Thank you for completing the survey—your feedback helps improve transit service. Goodbye!
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