Essex County, Vermont offers a variety of transportation options to its residents. There are several public transit services available in the county, including the Central Vermont Public Transit (CVTD) and Chittenden County Transportation Authority (CCTA). CVTD runs bus services from Montpelier to St. Albans, while CCTA offers bus routes connecting Burlington to Essex Junction. These two public transit services offer residents reliable transportation throughout the county as well as connecting them to other cities in Vermont. Additionally, there is a number of taxi companies operating throughout Essex County, providing residents with convenient transportation solutions for their daily needs. Other transportation options include bike paths and pedestrian walkways located around the county that are perfect for those who want to explore Essex by foot or by bike. By offering such a variety of transportation options, Essex County makes it easy for its citizens to get around without having to own a car.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Essex County takes 26.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Essex County get to work:
- 79.4% drive their own car alone
- 10.3% carpool with others
- 6.2% work from home
- 0.1% take mass transit