The Pocatello, ID Metro Area offers a variety of transportation options for locals and visitors alike. Public transportation includes the Portneuf Valley Transit (PVT) bus system which operates throughout most of Pocatello, as well as limited service to surrounding suburbs and cities. PVT also provides commuter express services from Idaho Falls to Pocatello and back during rush hour times. In addition, there are several taxi services operating in the area providing convenient transportation around town. For those who prefer to bike or walk, there are many bike trails and sidewalks that crisscross the city and connect all of the major attractions in Pocatello. Finally, there are also a number of car rental companies offering flexible pickup locations throughout the metro area so visitors can easily explore all that Pocatello has to offer.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Pocatello Metro Area takes 17.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Pocatello Metro Area get to work:
- 76.2% drive their own car alone
- 11.1% carpool with others
- 4.3% work from home
- 1.5% take mass transit