Preston, Idaho is a city located in the southeastern corner of Franklin County, with a population of approximately 5,000 people. While it may be a small city, Preston offers several transportation options to its residents and visitors alike. For those who are looking for local public transportation, there is the Franklin County Public Transit system. This service provides door-to-door transportation services within city limits and to other cities within the county. Additionally, Preston is served by numerous taxi and ride-hailing companies such as Lyft and Uber. Those looking for long-distance transportation can utilize the nearby Pocatello Regional Airport which has flights to several major cities throughout the western United States. Lastly, visitors from outside the area can get into town easily via Interstate 15 which travels through Preston on its route from Portland to Salt Lake City. All in all, Preston provides a wide variety of transportation options for its residents and visitors.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Preston takes 23.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Preston get to work:
- 77.2% drive their own car alone
- 12.4% carpool with others
- 4.5% work from home
- 0.3% take mass transit