Athens, TX is a small town located in East Texas with an estimated population of 13,000 people. Despite its size, Athens has several transportation options available for residents and visitors. Public transportation in the city includes the Athens Transit System which provides bus service around the city. The transit system also connects to nearby cities where riders can transfer from one route to another. For those who prefer to drive their own vehicles, there are two major highways that run through Athens: State Highway 19 and US Highway 175. Additionally, there are several taxi services and ride-sharing apps available in the area. For those looking for longer trips to other parts of Texas or even out of state, there are several airports within an hour's drive of Athens including Tyler Pounds Field Regional Airport and Dallas Love Field Airport. With public transportation, highways, taxis, ride-sharing apps and multiple airports nearby, getting around in Athens is easy and convenient.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Athens takes 17.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Athens get to work:
- 84.6% drive their own car alone
- 12.3% carpool with others
- 1.2% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit