Lee County, Florida has an extensive network of public transportation to meet the needs of its many residents. The county is served by LeeTran, a bus system with multiple routes throughout the area. LeeTran serves both rural and urban communities, providing convenient access to major destinations such as shopping centers, schools, hospitals and beaches. It also connects to Collier County Transit and other regional transit systems for additional coverage in neighboring counties. In addition to buses, Lee County provides a variety of other forms of transportation including a trolley system in Fort Myers and seasonal transportation along Sanibel Island’s beaches. Taxis and ride-sharing services such as Uber are available throughout the county for those looking for more flexible options. With so many choices, Lee County residents can easily find a way to commute that works best for them.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Lee County takes 27.2 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Lee County get to work:
- 79.9% drive their own car alone
- 9.7% carpool with others
- 5.6% work from home
- 0.8% take mass transit