Detroit, MI Commuting


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Detroit, MI is a culturally diverse city with a number of different transportation options available to residents and visitors. The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) provides an extensive network of bus routes throughout the city. These buses have convenient pick up locations and offer easy access to major attractions in the area. The Detroit People Mover is an automated light rail system that connects many of the downtown attractions like Greektown, Comerica Park, and Ford Field. For those who prefer to drive or ride-share, there are plenty of parking garages throughout the city as well as multiple taxi services and ride-sharing apps such as Uber and Lyft. For those looking for even more convenience, several bike-sharing companies offer bikes for rent at various locations across the city. No matter what mode of transportation you choose, getting around Detroit is sure to be quick, easy, and affordable.

The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Detroit takes 26.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.

How people in Detroit get to work:
- 69.4% drive their own car alone
- 13.0% carpool with others
- 3.8% work from home
- 7.6% take mass transit
     Commute Time To Work

  TransportationDetroit, MichiganUnited States
  25.826.8
  Commute Mode
  67.4%73.2%
  12.2%8.6%
  6.7%4.2%
  0.6%0.5%
  3.3%2.5%
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Over 1 years ago

Have lived in the area for over a year (suburb of Grosse Pointe), but I work in downtown Detroit. I'm amazed at how cool this city is. So much to do and see, tat we  More

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Spent some time in the city but lived in multiple suburban areas in the metro area. I lived in Farmington Hills, Novi, Birmingham, and Rochester. Really, all were great.  More

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Cold, unfriendly, envious people within the city limits. The unfriendliness can turn into aggression and sometimes even bullying. Crabs in a barrel reside here and the  More

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