The Grand Junction, CO Metro Area is home to a variety of transportation options. The public bus system, GRTMA, provides service throughout the metropolitan area. Residents can also access the Greyhound Bus system which offers multiple stops throughout the city with routes to other locations in Colorado and surrounding states. For those who prefer to travel by train, Amtrak's California Zephyr stops at Grand Junction Union Station. Additionally, a number of car rental companies are available in the area for those who need short-term mobility solutions. Finally, Grand Junction Regional Airport provides air service to Denver and other cities across the U.S., making it easy for residents to quickly travel both domestically and internationally. With all these options available, it’s easy to get around in Grand Junction's metro area.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Grand Junction Metro Area takes 20.2 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Grand Junction Metro Area get to work:
- 77.9% drive their own car alone
- 9.2% carpool with others
- 6.2% work from home
- 0.4% take mass transit