Durham, NC is a vibrant city with many transportation options for residents and visitors alike. Public transportation in Durham includes the GoDurham bus system, which has more than 20 routes serving over 500K riders annually. The GoTriangle regional transit system provides service to Durham and its surrounding areas including Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Cary, and Wake Forest. Additionally, the Triangle Transit Authority (TTA) operates an extensive network of buses and commuter rail service connecting these cities with Durham. For those who prefer to get around on two wheels, Bike Durham offers nine miles of protected bike lanes throughout the city as well as bike-share programs for short-term rental needs. For travelers needing to get further distances out of town there are several airport shuttles that run from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to downtown Durham or other destinations in the area. With all these options available it’s easy to see why so many people choose to call Durham home!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Durham takes 22.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Durham get to work:
- 75.9% drive their own car alone
- 10.5% carpool with others
- 5.0% work from home
- 4.2% take mass transit