Philadelphia, PA County is a vibrant metropolitan area with an expansive public transportation network. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) provides commuters with bus, trolley, subway, regional rail, and paratransit services throughout the county. Bus routes offer access to almost all corners of the city and its suburbs. Trolleys provide service in certain areas and connect riders to other SEPTA options while the four subway lines cross the city boundaries. Regional rail allows commuters to travel across the county and even into nearby states. Paratransit is specially designed for those who need extra assistance or have physical disabilities. With such an expansive system of public transportation, Philadelphia residents have plenty of options when it comes to getting around the county.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Philadelphia County takes 32.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Philadelphia County get to work:
- 51.0% drive their own car alone
- 8.4% carpool with others
- 3.5% work from home
- 25.3% take mass transit