Platte City, MO is a small town located in Platte County with a population of about 4,900. Although the town is small, it offers plenty of transportation options to its residents and visitors. The Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is within a few miles of the city and provides easy access for those travelling in or out of Platte City. For those who prefer buses, the Greyhound line serves Platte City and connects it to other cities around Missouri. Additionally, there are several taxi companies that operate within the city as well as ride-share services such as Uber and Lyft. Public transportation is also available through Metro Bus route 536 which operates on weekdays from 6AM to 10PM between downtown Kansas City and Weston, MO with stops at various locations throughout Platte City. These options make it easy for residents and visitors alike to move around town or explore nearby areas.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Platte City takes 21.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Platte City get to work:
- 84.0% drive their own car alone
- 10.2% carpool with others
- 2.7% work from home
- 1.8% take mass transit