Richmond, MI is a small rural city located in the central section of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Despite its size and location, this small city offers plenty of options for public transportation. The SMART public bus system provides several routes from Richmond to nearby cities like Lapeer, Imlay City, and Port Huron. Additionally, the local transit authority provides door-to-door services for those with disabilities or limited mobility. Residents can also take advantage of intercity shuttle services that operate in both directions between Richmond and Detroit Metropolitan Airport. For those who prefer to ride their bike around town there are plenty of designated bicycle lanes on some of the main roads as well as several bike trails connecting Richmond to other nearby towns. With all these transportation options available, Richmond provides many opportunities to explore the surrounding area without having to worry about traffic or parking issues.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Richmond takes 27.2 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Richmond get to work:
- 81.5% drive their own car alone
- 11.1% carpool with others
- 5.9% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit