Charlotte, NC has a variety of transportation options available to its citizens and visitors. The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) provides citywide public bus services as well as light rail and streetcar services. CATS also operates the Sprinter shuttle, which is a free bus route operating between the University area and Uptown. For those looking to travel further than what the public transit system offers, Charlotte Douglas International Airport serves routes to over 160 destinations across six continents. Taxis are widely available in the city for those needing to get around quickly or for those who do not have access to private vehicles. Cycling is also popular within the city with bike lanes as well as dedicated trails located throughout. Finally, there are a growing number of ride-hailing options such as Lyft and Uber which offer convenient ways to get around town. With all these transportation options available, Charlotte has something for everyone when it comes to getting around town safely and efficiently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Charlotte takes 25.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Charlotte get to work:
- 76.6% drive their own car alone
- 10.2% carpool with others
- 6.3% work from home
- 3.5% take mass transit