Dover, NC is a small rural community located in northeastern North Carolina. Though it is a small town, there are still many transportation options available to the residents of Dover. The most convenient way to travel within Dover is by car as the majority of roads are paved and well-maintained. The nearest airport is located in Elizabeth City about 45 miles away, providing access to air travel for those who need it. For those looking for public transportation options, there are several regional bus lines that have stops in Dover and provide access to nearby cities and towns. Bus service is also available between the towns of Elizabeth City, Moyock, Manns Harbor, Edenton and Plymouth providing convenient connections throughout the area. Additionally, there are taxi services available in Dover for shorter trips that need to be taken quickly or with fewer stops along the way. Altogether these transportation options give Dover residents plenty of ways to get around town and beyond when needed.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Dover takes 21.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Dover get to work:
- 88.3% drive their own car alone
- 11.7% carpool with others
- 0.0% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit