Forest, WI County is a vibrant community located in the heart of Wisconsin. Residents of the county enjoy a variety of transportation options to get around. The state-funded public transportation system, called SAFE Ride, provides daily bus service throughout the area as well as scheduled trips to nearby counties and cities. The Madison Area Transit (MAT), also known as “The Bus” offers regional public transit services with connections to neighboring counties, carpooling and bike share programs. Local taxi cab companies are available for private rides or short trips within Forest County. Additionally, residents can take advantage of ride-sharing services like Lyft and Uber. Whether you need to commute to work or simply go out on the town with friends, there is a convenient way to get around in Forest County!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Forest County takes 20.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Forest County get to work:
- 77.3% drive their own car alone
- 12.0% carpool with others
- 5.6% work from home
- 0.1% take mass transit