Knox County, Maine is a beautiful rural area located in mid-coast Maine. As such, it does not have extensive public transportation options for its population. However, there are still some viable options available in the county. The main mode of public transportation in Knox County is bus service provided by the Coastal Connection and operated by Downeast Transportation. This bus routes offers service between Belfast, Rockland, and Camden with stops at various points along the route. There is also a small ferry company that connects Vinalhaven Island to Rockland Harbor. Finally, taxis and ride sharing services such as Uber are available on an as-needed basis for those who need more tailored travel solutions. Although limited, these transportation options offer people living and visiting Knox County some flexibility when it comes to travel within the county or beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Knox County takes 17.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Knox County get to work:
- 76.8% drive their own car alone
- 9.8% carpool with others
- 6.6% work from home
- 0.3% take mass transit