An effective simulation model for multi-line metro systems based on origin-destination data

Metro systems are playing an increasing role in modern cities, and various management solutions are proposed to improve their efficiency. When analyzing the effects of those solutions, simulation proves to be an effective and cost-saving method. This paper presents an effective simulation model for multi-line metro systems based on the OD (origin-destination) data and the network connection data. The model is validated in the scenario of Beijing metro system, which proves its effectiveness in large-scale empirical implementation. We further apply our model in analyzing the policy of staggered shifts, and prove the convenience of its application.