Athens, AL is a city located in Limestone County in the state of Alabama. It has a population of over 22,000 and is known for its rich history and strong sense of community. For those living in Athens or visiting for business or pleasure, there are plenty of transportation options to get around town. Public transportation includes buses through the Athens Transit Authority that runs throughout the city daily as well as taxi services that can be accessed easily via phone call or app. If you have a car, there are various parking lots scattered throughout the city for convenient parking when needed. There are also several bike trails in and around Athens, which offer great views of the surrounding area and allow locals and visitors to stay active while exploring the city.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Athens takes 22.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Athens get to work:
- 88.3% drive their own car alone
- 8.1% carpool with others
- 2.5% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit