Shelby County, Iowa has a wide variety of public transportation options for its residents. The county has a local bus service that runs throughout the day and evening, as well as two major airports located in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. For those who wish to explore beyond the county boundaries, there are also intercity buses which travel to other nearby towns and cities. Additionally, there are several rail lines that run through Shelby County, offering convenient access to various parts of Iowa and beyond. Finally, for those traveling by car or bike, there are plenty of roads and trails throughout the county to explore. With all of these options available, it’s easy for Shelby County residents to get around without needing a personal car.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Shelby County takes 18.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Shelby County get to work:
- 79.4% drive their own car alone
- 11.1% carpool with others
- 5.5% work from home
- 0.4% take mass transit