Elliston, Virginia is situated in the western part of Montgomery County. It is a small town with a population of just over 500 people. Despite its small size, Elliston offers its residents several transportation options to get around and explore the surrounding areas. The most popular form of public transport in Elliston is bus services provided by the Roanoke Valley Regional Transportation Authority (RVRTA). The RVRTA serves Elliston along the main routes that connect Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Radford, and Roanoke. The RVRTA also runs several connections from Elliston to various other cities such as Lynchburg and Rocky Mount. Additionally, there are taxi services available in town that can be booked online or by phone for those needing transportation within Elliston or to nearby destinations. Lastly, if you have your own car or bike, there are plenty of local roads available for you to explore around Elliston and the nearby counties.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Elliston takes 18.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Elliston get to work:
- 95.5% drive their own car alone
- 4.5% carpool with others
- 0.0% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit