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Received 17.08.2025

Revised 24.11.2025

Accepted 29.12.2025

Retrieved from Vol. 28, No. 2, 2025

Pages 114 -127

Orda, O., & Holubnichii, Ye. (2025). Planning of bicycle infrastructure for urban sustainable mobility: Kharkiv case study. The National Transport University Bulletin: A Scientific and Technical Journal, 28(2), 114-127. https://doi.org/10.32703/2617-9040-2025-46-8

Planning of bicycle infrastructure for urban sustainable mobility: Kharkiv case study

Oleksandra Orda Yehor Holubnichii

The paper presents a comprehensive approach to strategic planning of bicycle infrastructure as a key element of sustainable urban  mobility.  The  research  integrates spatial planning analysis,  bicycle traffic  modelling,  and  an  objective  assessment  of  infrastructural  solutions  (Kharkivcase  study).  The approach focuses on developing technological principles for a rational bicycle infrastructure scheme that balances spatial constraints with residents’ mobility needs and contributes to an inclusive urban environment. Special attention is given to dynamic bicycle traffic modelling using PTV VISSIM and to the  evaluation  of  effectiveness  using  the  intersection  hazard  index.  Based  on  traffic  flow  analysis,  a survey  of  local  residents,  existing  national  regulations,  and  international  best  practices,  the  study substantiates  the  social,  environmental,  and  economic  benefits  of  integrating  cycling  infrastructure. Results show that combining cycle lanes along the main highway with protected tracks at intersections reduces the traffic safety indicator (from 0.699 to 0.577), decreases average transport delays by over 106  seconds,  and  provides  a  significant  environmental  benefit.  The  positive  economic  effect  and investment payback period confirm the feasibility of the proposed solutions. The findings are practically relevant for local authorities, design organizations, and civic initiatives involved in sustainable urban mobility planning

cycling infrastructure; sustainable urban transport; transport planning; safety; environmental impact
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