Mariposa County, California offers many transportation options for its residents. Public transportation consists of a bus system that runs throughout the county and connects the many towns in the region. The service is provided by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) which offers direct routes to towns such as Mariposa, Midpines, Catheys Valley and other locations in Mariposa County. YARTS also provides connections to major cities such as Fresno and Merced. Commuter rail services are available from Amtrak, connecting Mariposa to San Francisco, Oakland, and other locations throughout the state of California. In addition to public transportation, taxi services are available for those who need more personal transportation options. Taxis can be found at most local airports and around town at various stops throughout the county. Lastly, private car rental companies provide services for those who wish to explore more of the area on their own schedule.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Mariposa County takes 31.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Mariposa County get to work:
- 62.1% drive their own car alone
- 12.9% carpool with others
- 9.2% work from home
- 2.4% take mass transit