Carter County, located in Tennessee, is home to a variety of transportation options. Public transportation is available through the Johnson City Transit which provides bus service around the city and surrounding areas. Carter County also has an extensive network of highways, roads and streets for those wishing to drive. For those wanting to explore further afield, there are several airports within a few hours' drive including Tri-Cities Regional Airport in Blountville and McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville. Additionally, the county can be accessed by rail via Amtrak's Cardinal Line or various freight services. With these options available, traveling around Carter County can be easy and convenient for all residents and visitors alike.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Carter County takes 23.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Carter County get to work:
- 86.7% drive their own car alone
- 6.2% carpool with others
- 4.4% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit