The Monroe, MI Metro Area is conveniently connected to the region and beyond by a variety of transportation options. The local bus service, Monroe County Transportation System (MCTS) provides public transportation throughout Monroe County. For those looking to travel outside the county, there are several major airports located nearby including Detroit Metro Airport and Toledo Express Airport. In addition, Greyhound Bus Lines offer daily service from Monroe to cities in Michigan and across the country. Amtrak’s Wolverine Line also offers several daily trips between Detroit and Chicago with a stop in Monroe. Traveling by car is easy with easy access to I-75, US-24, M-50, and other main highways in the area as well. The Monroe Transit Center serves as a hub for many public transportation services in the area making it an ideal location for travelers looking to explore different parts of Michigan or even farther away destinations.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Monroe Metro Area takes 24.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Monroe Metro Area get to work:
- 86.3% drive their own car alone
- 6.9% carpool with others
- 3.5% work from home
- 1.1% take mass transit