The Fresno, CA Metro Area is well-served by an extensive public transportation network that includes a variety of options for local and regional commuters. For those who prefer to get around on foot, biking, or in a wheelchair, the city of Fresno operates 11 miles of accessible pathways and sidewalks. The Fresno Area Express (FAX) bus system provides access to many parts of the city with its 13 routes. FAX also runs express buses that provide service between downtown Fresno and Clovis and Madera.
For longer trips, Amtrak's San Joaquin line serves Fresno with six daily round trips between Oakland/San Jose and Bakersfield. In addition, Greyhound Bus Lines connects Fresno to Los Angeles and other major cities throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, and Oregon. Finally, Valley Ride provides commuter rail service connecting Downtown Fresno to Clovis via the Rail Runner Express Line. With such an abundance of transportation options available in the Fresno area, it is easy for locals to get from one place to another quickly and conveniently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Fresno Metro Area takes 22.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Fresno Metro Area get to work:
- 78.1% drive their own car alone
- 12.2% carpool with others
- 4.3% work from home
- 1.2% take mass transit