Olney, MD is a town in Montgomery County located just outside of Washington, DC. As such, it is an ideal location for those looking to commute to the nation's capital. The town provides several transportation options for its residents and visitors alike. Public bus service is provided by Ride On, with multiple routes that connect Olney with nearby communities such as Sandy Spring, Brookeville, Ashton-Sandy Spring Road, and more. In addition to buses, the Metrobus system offers frequent service with connections to Washington D.C., Rockville station, and other nearby cities. In addition to these public transit options, Olney also has access to a variety of bike paths and trails for cyclists of all skill levels. There are also car-sharing services available as well as taxi services on call throughout the community. With all these various transportation options available in Olney, MD commuting and going around town has never been easier or more convenient!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Olney takes 34.5 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Olney get to work:
- 76.9% drive their own car alone
- 7.3% carpool with others
- 6.7% work from home
- 6.8% take mass transit