Akutan, AK is a small town located on an island in the Aleutian chain. As such, it has limited transportation options available. For those wishing to get around the town, the best option is to take advantage of the local taxi service. There are several reputable companies offering reliable and affordable fares within Akutan and to other destinations in the Aleutians. Additionally, there are several car rental agencies located in Akutan and nearby Unalaska for those needing more personal transportation. The most popular form of public transportation for visitors or locals is the Alaska Marine Highway Ferry system. This system provides access to a range of destinations within Alaska as well as out-of-state cities in Washington and parts of British Columbia. All ferry routes depart from Unalaska which can be accessed from Akutan via private boat or plane (weather permitting). Finally, air travel is also an option for getting to Akutan from other places in Alaska as there are several flights a day into the local airport from Anchorage or Unalaska.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Akutan takes 0.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Akutan get to work:
- 0.0% drive their own car alone
- 0.0% carpool with others
- 1.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit