Wells Branch, TX is a suburban community located near the city of Austin in Texas. The area is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and ample outdoor recreation opportunities. While it does not have a public transportation system of its own, there are several convenient options for getting around Wells Branch and the surrounding areas.
One popular option is the Capital Metro bus system which serves the Austin metropolitan area. There are numerous bus stops within walking distance of Wells Branch providing convenient access to downtown Austin, the University of Texas campus as well as other cities in the region.
In addition, rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft are available throughout Wells Branch and can be booked either on their respective apps or by calling an operator directly. Taxis can also be hailed from several locations throughout town and offer a reliable form of transportation both within Wells Branch and to nearby destinations. For those needing more permanent rideshare services, local companies like Shuttle Me offer regular pickup service from designated locations in the city.
Finally, cyclists have plenty of opportunities to get around town with designated bike lanes on many streets throughout Wells Branch. In addition, Austin's bike-share program B-cycle has five stations located within close proximity allowing locals to rent bikes for short trips around town or longer journeys outside the city limits.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Wells Branch takes 25.2 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Wells Branch get to work:
- 83.4% drive their own car alone
- 8.0% carpool with others
- 6.1% work from home
- 1.8% take mass transit