Lafayette, IN is a city in the U.S. state of Indiana with an estimated population of over 70,000 people. It is located on the banks of the Wabash River, and is part of the Lafayette-West Lafayette Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is known for its cultural attractions and historic sites, as well as its colleges and universities. With so much to see and do in this city, public transportation can be an important asset for getting around.
The City of Lafayette operates Tippecanoe County Transit (TCT), which provides both local and intercity bus service throughout the city on fixed routes and to nearby cities such as Logansport, Rensselaer, Monticello, Fowler, Brookston and Earl Park. There are also many taxi services operating within Lafayette that can provide transportation around town or to places outside of town. For those looking for more eco-friendly options, there are bicycle rental services available through RideFinder bike share program where residents can rent out bicycles for trips around town or even longer excursions. Additionally, Uber and Lyft operate in the area providing ridesharing services to get you where you need to go quickly and reliably. With a variety of transportation options available in Lafayette, it is easy to get around town without having to worry about finding parking or navigating traffic jams!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Lafayette takes 16.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Lafayette get to work:
- 75.8% drive their own car alone
- 13.6% carpool with others
- 2.4% work from home
- 3.6% take mass transit