Pelham, AL is a small town located in Shelby County with a population of approximately 22,000 residents. Despite its size, the city has various transportation options available to its citizens. The main public transportation option in Pelham is the Shelby County Commission Transit System which provides fixed-route bus services throughout the county. This includes two routes that run through Pelham and connect it to other cities and towns nearby such as Alabaster, Helena, and Montevallo. Additionally, the city also offers paratransit services for elderly or disabled residents who need assistance getting around. For those who prefer personal transportation, there are several local taxi companies available as well as bike rental options for visitors who want to explore the area on two wheels. Finally, there are also plenty of roads and highways running through Pelham which provide easy access to larger cities like Birmingham and Huntsville. All these transportation options make it convenient for residents of Pelham to get around without having to depend on private vehicles all the time.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Pelham takes 27.3 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Pelham get to work:
- 85.8% drive their own car alone
- 9.3% carpool with others
- 4.7% work from home
- 0.1% take mass transit