Fountain, NC is a small rural town located in Edgecombe County. With a population of only 446 people, transportation options are limited. However, there are still several ways to get around the area. The town is served by Tar River Transit, a public bus system that runs throughout Edgecombe County. The main routes pass through Fountain and provide access to nearby towns such as Rocky Mount and Tarboro. Other public transit options include Dial-A-Ride services for seniors and those with disabilities as well as vanpools for commuters traveling to and from larger cities like Raleigh and Durham. For those wanting more independence, rideshare programs like Uber and Lyft are available as well as taxi services in the area. Fountain residents also have access to several bike paths and trails for those who want to explore on two wheels. Despite its size, Fountain offers many transportation options so residents can easily get around the area or travel further away.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Fountain takes 20.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Fountain get to work:
- 80.6% drive their own car alone
- 12.0% carpool with others
- 2.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit