Canyon, Texas is a small city located in the Texas panhandle, home to approximately 13,500 people. With limited resources and a smaller population, transportation options can sometimes be limited. However, Canyon is served by public transit through the Panhandle Regional Transit System (PRTS). The PRTS provides fixed route service within city limits as well as longer distance service comprising of intercity bus routes. Additionally, the PRTS also offers demand response services such as Dial-a-Ride which caters to the elderly and disabled populations of Canyon. There are also multiple taxi services operating in the city that provide transportation services upon request. For those who prefer private transport there are several car rental agencies located in the area for visitors or locals needing short term access to a vehicle. All in all, Canyon has an array of transportation options available for its residents and visitors alike.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Canyon takes 21.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Canyon get to work:
- 80.7% drive their own car alone
- 9.9% carpool with others
- 1.9% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit