The Youngstown-Warren-Boardman, OH Metro Area provides convenient public transportation options for its residents. The local transit system, WRTA, runs multiple routes throughout the area and provides access to nearby cities and towns. The WRTA also offers the Valley Express, a faster commuter service that connects the downtowns of Warren and Youngstown in under half an hour. Those looking to travel longer distances can take advantage of two Amtrak lines that run through the area, including one connecting Pittsburgh and Cleveland with intermediate stops. There are also a number of taxi and ride share services available serving the metro area. All of these options make it easy for people to get around without having to rely on their own vehicles.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Youngstown-Warren-Boardman Metro Area takes 22.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Youngstown-Warren-Boardman Metro Area get to work:
- 86.3% drive their own car alone
- 6.9% carpool with others
- 3.3% work from home
- 0.7% take mass transit