Charleston, SC is a vibrant city with a thriving population and a variety of transportation options available to get around. The city has its own public transportation system, known as CARTA (Coastal Area Regional Transit Authority). CARTA offers bus routes throughout the city and its suburbs, as well as shuttles for those travelling to North Charleston and Mt. Pleasant. For those who prefer other modes of transportation, there are numerous taxi services operating in the area including Uber and Lyft, as well as bike-share programs like Gotcha Bike. Additionally, many people choose to drive their own vehicles or rent a car for convenience. With all these options available, it’s easy to get around the city of Charleston!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Charleston takes 22.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Charleston get to work:
- 76.6% drive their own car alone
- 6.0% carpool with others
- 6.4% work from home
- 1.2% take mass transit