Defiance County, Ohio offers a variety of transportation options to its residents. The main form of public transportation in the county is provided by the Defiance County Transit System (DCTS). DCTS provides bus services to various parts of the county, including the cities of Defiance, Hicksville, and Sherwood. Additionally, DCTS operates Dial-A-Ride services for individuals with specialized needs such as elderly and wheelchair users. The central hub for all these transportation services is located at the Defiance Transit Center along Main Street.
Other than buses, there are several taxi companies in Defiance County offering door-to-door transportation services as well as airport transfers. There are also a number of ride share and carpooling opportunities available for those looking to save money on their commutes or travel outside the area. For those who prefer other forms of transport, they can make use of the city’s bike trails or even rent a car from one of the rental companies in town. Regardless of what your preferred mode of transport may be, Defiance County has an option for you.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Defiance County takes 20.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Defiance County get to work:
- 86.8% drive their own car alone
- 6.9% carpool with others
- 2.6% work from home
- 0.4% take mass transit