Transport and its conveniences and inconveniences is a daily thought that doesn't escape most people's minds from the moment they are ready to leave their homes, to the moment they are ready to leave their offices, or schools. The MRT (Taipei Metro Rapid Transit System) has worked its way into being regarded as a convenient mode of transport. In this essay the MRT transit system's convenience will be assessed in terms of its schedule, comfort, and payment system.

Firstly, the MRT's schedule is considered convenient due to its constant arrivals and departures from station to station. This allows users to have confidence in it as they are able to arrive at their destination on time. As long as the users set an approximation of the time required to reach somewhere, they are most likely to arrive punctually. Also, the availability of the MRT at late night hours is convenient, as it allows its users to spare more time on their daily recreations as they are able to have a transport system available until midnight. This also caters for the working population who work night shifts and are in need of such a service. Furthermore, the MRT has 70 stations, with a train departing approximately every three minutes at these various stations, all around Taipei City. This reflects that the MRT has established a large network, judging from the number of stations available.

Secondly, the comfort is another dimension in which the MRT's convenience can be assessed, as it provides priority seats catering for the elderly, handicapped and pregnant passengers. It also provides handles for standing passengers along the isles. These arrangements allow the carriages to make use of all the space and hence accommodate more passengers and any possible baggage they would have. The MRT is so accommodating of its user's comfort to the extent that the carriages are equipped with air conditioning units. These units ensure that passengers feel cool and comfortable while in transit.

Thirdly, the MRT provides security and safety precautions for its passengers. This is another feature that contributes towards the convenience of this transport system. The MRT has surveillance cameras to ensure that no criminal acts occur. Moreover, the loud speaker function of the MRT cautions its passengers about possible dangers when boarding, during transit, and when disembarking.

In addition, the MRT transportation system provides an up-to-date payment system, in terms of technology such as the easy card. There are two common means: purchasing of travel tokens or the use of the easy card. Both ways simplify the payment process by excluding a direct exchange of currency (in notes and coins) for travel at entry and exit points. This certainly keeps congestion at these terminals at a minimal level. This feature allows its passengers to conveniently pay or prepay their traveling expenses. What is most remarkable about this system is that with the use of the easy card, passengers are able to reach their destinations even if they fall short of the travel fare. The easy card allows a deficit on its balance, with the restriction of that deficit being cleared before the next use for travel. Moreover, the easy card is available in different categories, varying with age, providing discounted fares for passengers.

Even though the MRT has several significant advantages, it has its drawbacks. Considering its mass use during rush hour, it is evident that it is inconvenient to some extent. The queues are unreasonably long and hence congest the area on the platform prior to boarding the MRT's carriages. In this situation, passengers are likely to have delays in reaching their destinations. Moreover, the prohibition of edibles may not appeal to certain passengers. Drinking water should at least be exempted, as passengers may find a need to keep hydrated in Taipei’s humid weather.

In conclusion, the MRT transport system in Taipei City provides the population with a convenient mode of transport. Its user friendly schedule and payment system, along with its comfort features ensures happy daily travel for Taipei commuters.