Emmet, MI county is located in the northwest corner of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Residents in this area have access to a variety of transportation options. Public transit services are provided through the Harbor Springs Transit Authority (HSTA) which offers bus services throughout Emmet County and surrounding areas. HSTA also operates Dial-a-Ride, which is a shared ride service with wheelchair-accommodating vehicles for seniors and people with disabilities. Another public transportation option is provided through Charlevoix Area Transit (CAT). CAT operates buses that provide service between Petoskey, Charlevoix and Bay Harbor. The county also has five bike trails perfect for cyclists who want to explore the beautiful scenery of Emmet County by bike. Additionally, there are several taxi companies available to take travelers throughout the county. With these various transportation options, it is easy for residents to navigate around Emmet County safely and conveniently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Emmet County takes 19.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Emmet County get to work:
- 78.5% drive their own car alone
- 9.6% carpool with others
- 5.9% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit