Summerdale, AL is a small town located in Baldwin County. The town has a population of around 6,400 people and is located close to larger towns such as Mobile and Montgomery. Despite its small size, Summerdale has excellent public transportation options available for its citizens and visitors alike.
The Baldwin Rural Transit System (BRTS) offers bus routes throughout the county and connects to other smaller towns in the area. Those who wish to get around Summerdale can take advantage of the fixed-route or demand response services offered by BRTS. For those looking for flexibility, there are also several taxi companies available for hire. There is also the option of taking shuttles offered by some local hotels which go from the airport into downtown Summerdale.
Summerdale is also served by Amtrak's Sunset Limited train line which travels from Los Angeles to New Orleans with various stops along the way, including one at nearby Robertsdale Station. This gives commuters easy access to larger cities in Alabama or beyond without having to drive or worry about parking fees.
Overall, there are plenty of transportation options available in Summerdale regardless if it’s driving yourself or using public transportation. In addition to convenience, this variety of choice provides residents with an affordable alternative when it comes to getting around their city as well as elsewhere in Alabama and beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Summerdale takes 27.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Summerdale get to work:
- 83.1% drive their own car alone
- 11.6% carpool with others
- 3.6% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit