The county of Waukesha, WI offers many convenient public transportation options for its residents. The Waukesha County Transit System (WCTS) provides fixed route bus service across the county and beyond, including connections to Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS). The system operates seven days a week, with more limited hours on weekends and holidays. Additionally, four express routes offer faster trips between major destinations such as Downtown Milwaukee and Downtown Waukesha. For seniors who are 65 or older, or individuals with disabilities, the county provides Dial-A-Ride services that allow them to travel within the designated areas at no charge. For individuals who need to travel farther than the bus routes serve, Waukesha County also offers two shuttle services – the Airport Shuttle and the University Connector. Finally, there is a taxi cab service available throughout the county for those needing a ride locally or to nearby cities. Residents of Waukesha County have multiple public transportation options available to them that provide easy access to nearby cities and attractions.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Waukesha County takes 24.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Waukesha County get to work:
- 86.9% drive their own car alone
- 6.2% carpool with others
- 4.4% work from home
- 0.6% take mass transit