Blue Springs, MO is a city located in Jackson County and is home to more than 54,000 residents. The city has an extensive public transportation system that serves its residents and visitors alike. The primary provider of public transportation options is the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA). KCATA offers regional bus service with routes connecting Blue Springs to surrounding cities as well as downtown Kansas City. Additionally, they also offer ADA paratransit services for those who are unable to use regular bus services. Other transportation options available in Blue Springs include rideshare such as Uber and Lyft. There are also several taxi services operating in the area which provide convenient and affordable transportation for locals and tourists alike. For those looking for more economical options, the city also has a number of car rental agencies that can help get you around town or even out of town if needed.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Blue Springs takes 26.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Blue Springs get to work:
- 86.9% drive their own car alone
- 6.1% carpool with others
- 4.5% work from home
- 0.3% take mass transit