Fairwood is an unincorporated community located in the western region of King County, Washington. The area has access to a variety of transportation options which provides its residents with convenient and efficient travel. Public transportation includes bus routes operated by King County Metro Transit, which offers regular service to downtown Seattle and other surrounding areas. There are also Sounder commuter trains available from the Fairwood station, providing access to local destinations as well as those further away. Taxis and ride-share companies like Uber and Lyft are also available for those who prefer door-to-door convenience. For getting around within the neighborhood itself, biking is a great option, with plenty of bike lanes throughout Fairwood.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Fairwood (King County) takes 34.1 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Fairwood (King County) get to work:
- 78.8% drive their own car alone
- 8.6% carpool with others
- 6.1% work from home
- 5.6% take mass transit