Franklin County in Indiana offers a variety of transportation options for its residents. The county provides public transportation through its bus system, the Franklin County Public Transit. This service offers access to IndyGo buses and other public transit options, including paratransit services for individuals with disabilities and seniors. Additionally, the Franklin County Council on Aging operates a door-to-door shuttle service for seniors over the age of 65 who are unable to drive themselves. For those who prefer to take their own vehicle, Franklin County is served by several state highways as well as Interstate 65 which run north and south through the county. Cycling in the county is also an option; there are multiple bike trails that connect different parts of the county together. With these options available, Franklin County's residents have plenty of ways to get around within the area.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Franklin County takes 30.1 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Franklin County get to work:
- 88.9% drive their own car alone
- 5.7% carpool with others
- 4.0% work from home
- 0.1% take mass transit