Franklin, AL County is a rural area, but public transportation options are available for those who need them. The Central Alabama Regional Transit System (CARTS) provides bus service throughout the county. It has fixed routes for people to get around in Franklin, and also offers a Dial-A-Ride service to help people get where they need to go when they don’t have access to a car. CARTS also operates a shuttle that takes passengers from the Russellville Bus Station to other local stops in Franklin and Marion Counties. This is great for those who need to travel between counties in the region. There are also several taxi companies that offer service throughout Franklin County, so those who need it can always find reliable transportation services when needed.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Franklin County takes 28.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Franklin County get to work:
- 84.9% drive their own car alone
- 10.1% carpool with others
- 1.9% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit