Alexandria City, VA County is a vibrant and bustling area with plenty of public transportation options available. There are several bus routes that run throughout the city operated by DASH, Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC), and Metrobus which all offer access to different locations within Alexandria. Additionally, the Virginia Railway Express and Amtrak serve commuter rail services for both passenger and freight traffic. For those who prefer cycling or walking, there are extensive bike trails throughout the city, as well as a network of sidewalks. Finally, Alexandria’s proximity to Washington DC allows people to take advantage of its world-class public transportation system including Metrobus, Metrorail, and MARC train. With all these options available, getting around Alexandria City is easy and convenient no matter how you choose to travel.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Alexandria City County takes 31.8 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Alexandria City County get to work:
- 58.2% drive their own car alone
- 8.3% carpool with others
- 5.2% work from home
- 21.9% take mass transit