The Lafayette-West Lafayette metropolitan area has a variety of transportation options for people who live and work in the area. Public transportation is available through CityBus, which provides daily bus service throughout the area. The bus system operates five routes that serve Lafayette, West Lafayette, and Purdue University. CityBus also offers an affordable fare structure, including reduced fares for students at Purdue University and seniors. In addition to buses, the area also offers two taxi services, Butler Taxi and Yellow Checker Cab Company, for those who prefer more personalized transportation options. For those who prefer to drive themselves around town, there are several major highways that run through the area, allowing easy access to surrounding areas as well as quick trips between towns and cities within the metro area. Finally, the city also has several bike paths throughout town which are great for cycling enthusiasts or just those looking for an enjoyable ride around town.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Lafayette-West Lafayette Metro Area takes 19.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Lafayette-West Lafayette Metro Area get to work:
- 75.0% drive their own car alone
- 10.7% carpool with others
- 3.4% work from home
- 2.7% take mass transit