Portland, TX is a city located in the eastern portion of Texas that offers both residents and visitors an array of transportation options. The city is served by two major highways, US 181 and State Highway 365, which provide easy access to nearby cities and towns. Additionally, public transportation is available in Portland through the Corpus Christi Regional Transit Authority. This transit system provides fixed-route and paratransit services throughout the week. The routes cover numerous areas within Portland such as the historic downtown district, local business centers, shopping malls, restaurants and parks. Residents also have access to intercity rail service provided by Amtrak's Sunset Limited train line which runs through Portland twice a day in both directions. With its well-connected highways and public transit options, Portland makes getting around the city convenient for those who call it home or are just visiting.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Portland takes 22.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Portland get to work:
- 87.7% drive their own car alone
- 6.5% carpool with others
- 4.0% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit