Wyoming is a large state with diverse geography and transportation needs. Public transportation options in the state range from bus systems to regional airlines, as well as other specialized services for those who need them. Bus transportation is primarily provided by Greyhound and Jefferson Lines, with service to different cities throughout the state. Regional airlines, such as Frontier Airlines and United Express, provide access to more distant destinations within the region. Specialized services are also provided for those with certain disabilities or special needs, including paratransit services operated by various counties, transit operators and nonprofit agencies. Wyoming State Transit also offers special programs that provide reduced fares on public transit systems for qualified low-income riders. For those who wish to travel in their own vehicles, Wyoming's highways offer plenty of scenic routes through the many mountains and plains of the state. In addition, Amtrak serves several towns in Wyoming via its Zephyr route running between Chicago and Emeryville, California. With all these options available, traveling around Wyoming has never been easier.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Wyoming takes 18.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Wyoming get to work:
- 77.7% drive their own car alone
- 10.4% carpool with others
- 4.6% work from home
- 1.3% take mass transit