Ocean Springs, MS is a coastal town located in Jackson County with an estimated population of 17,442. The city is connected by two bridges to Biloxi and is easily accessed from I-10. It has beautiful parks and attractions for locals and visitors alike. Public transportation in Ocean Springs, MS consists of a bus service operated by Coast Transit Authority (CTA), which operates regular routes throughout the city and to neighboring cities such as Biloxi, Gautier, and Gulfport. CTA also operates a shuttle service between Ocean Springs and CSX train station in Pascagoula. Additionally, the city operates its own public transportation system which consists of fixed route buses and ADA Paratransit services for elderly or disabled passengers. Taxis are available from numerous companies as well as UBER and Lyft services. The city also offers bike lanes on several major roads for those wishing to explore the area on two wheels. With these various options available, it's easy to get around Ocean Springs without having to use your own vehicle.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Ocean Springs takes 23.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Ocean Springs get to work:
- 83.8% drive their own car alone
- 8.1% carpool with others
- 3.2% work from home
- 0.7% take mass transit