Portland, IN is a small city in Indiana with approximately 6,000 citizens. Despite its size, Portland offers a variety of public transportation options for local residents and visitors alike. The city operates the Jay County Public Transportation System (JPTS), which provides fixed-route and demand-response services throughout Jay County. JPTS buses make frequent stops throughout Portland and offer door-to-door service to those who live outside the city limits. The agency also provides transportation to medical appointments, employment sites, schools, recreational activities, shopping centers and other places within the county. In addition, Amtrak's Hoosier State Line offers daily service between Chicago and Indianapolis with stops at both Portland and nearby Redkey. This makes it easy for travelers to get around without having to worry about driving or parking. For those looking for more eco-friendly options, there are also bike lanes and paths that wind through town as well as plenty of shared scooters to explore on. With these various options available, Portland residents can easily get around town and beyond without needing a car or relying on costly rideshare services.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Portland takes 11.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Portland get to work:
- 82.0% drive their own car alone
- 7.7% carpool with others
- 4.9% work from home
- 0.5% take mass transit