Spokane, Washington is a major city in the Pacific Northwest and has many transportation options for its residents. The public transportation system includes buses, light rail, and paratransit services. Spokane Transit Authority (STA) operates an extensive bus system with buses covering all parts of the city and connecting to neighboring cities. Additionally, STA offers specialized paratransit service called Dial-A-Ride for those who cannot access regular bus services due to disability or age. For longer distance travel, Spokane International Airport provides flights to destinations around the world as well as service from Amtrak and Greyhound Bus Lines. Furthermore, bicyclists can enjoy a network of over 45 miles of trails throughout the city that connect different neighborhoods, parks, and businesses. All these options make it easy for people living in Spokane to get where they need to go.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Spokane takes 20.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Spokane get to work:
- 76.5% drive their own car alone
- 9.5% carpool with others
- 4.7% work from home
- 3.9% take mass transit