South Laurel, MD is a city located in Prince George’s County and is part of the Washington Metropolitan Area. The city offers a variety of transportation options. Residents can use public transit via the Washington Metro which provides bus and rail service throughout the entire metropolitan area, including South Laurel. MARC train service is also available from nearby BWI Airport, allowing residents to easily reach Baltimore or Washington D.C. Taxi and ridesharing services are also available in South Laurel for those who need to travel further afield. For those who prefer to drive, South Laurel offers convenient access to Interstates 95 and 495 for easy commuting around the area. In addition to its public transit options, South Laurel has plenty of bicycle paths and trails that encourage alternative transportation methods.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in South Laurel takes 34.1 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in South Laurel get to work:
- 76.5% drive their own car alone
- 9.9% carpool with others
- 3.0% work from home
- 7.1% take mass transit