Fresno County, located in Central California, is served by an extensive public transportation network. The Fresno Area Express (FAX) provides local bus service covering more than 20 routes in the City of Fresno and outlying communities. In addition to the FAX bus system, Fresno County also offers a Dial-A-Ride service for individuals with disabilities who are unable to use FAX buses. The Clovis Transit System provides access to nearby communities while the Valley Transit Authority operates intercity route services throughout the county as well as express shuttle services to major destinations such as Los Angeles and San Francisco. Finally, Amtrak's San Joaquin rail line runs through Fresno providing service from Los Angeles to Bakersfield and beyond. With these extensive transportation options available in Fresno County, residents can easily travel to their desired destinations within and outside of the county.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Fresno County takes 22.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Fresno County get to work:
- 78.1% drive their own car alone
- 12.2% carpool with others
- 4.3% work from home
- 1.2% take mass transit