Ripton, VT is a small town located in the state of Vermont that offers visitors and residents a variety of transportation options. The two most common forms of transportation are by car and bus. Those with their own vehicles have access to roads that connect Ripton to nearby cities such as Burlington, Montpelier, Stowe and Middlebury. There are also several bike trails that go through the town and surrounding countryside which make for an enjoyable ride. Additionally, there is a public bus system run by Green Mountain Transit (GMT) which provides service to surrounding towns and villages in central and northern Vermont. GMT schedules may be found online or at select locations throughout the area. For those looking for a more unique experience, Ripton is home to the historic Steam Train Excursions that travel along the Mad River Valley with stops at towns like Waitsfield, Warren, Moretown, Duxbury and Waterbury. These trains offer a scenic journey through some of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes. No matter what type of transportation is needed, Ripton has it covered!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Ripton takes 22.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Ripton get to work:
- 67.9% drive their own car alone
- 4.2% carpool with others
- 20.4% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit