Zearing, Iowa is a small rural community located in Story County. While it does not have its own public transportation system, there are several options available to residents. The nearest public transit option is provided by CyRide, a bus service operated by Iowa State University in nearby Ames. CyRide offers buses that run from Zearing to Ames and back multiple times each day. Additionally, many locals rely on the city’s taxi services for convenient transportation throughout the area. Zearing is also served by several regional airports, providing air travel to those who need it. These airports are located in nearby towns such as Mason City, Des Moines, and Marshalltown. Finally, those looking for a longer distance travel option can make use of Amtrak train service located just outside of town. With these transportation options available, Zearing residents have easy access to urban areas as well as regional connections throughout the state.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Zearing takes 25.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Zearing get to work:
- 71.8% drive their own car alone
- 9.7% carpool with others
- 10.1% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit