The Flint, MI Metro Area provides a variety of transportation options for its residents and visitors. Public transit is provided by the Mass Transportation Authority (MTA). MTA buses provide regular service throughout the area, connecting Flint with many surrounding communities. It also offers free paratransit services as well as Dial-A-Ride and Shared-Ride services. In addition to bus services, MTA also provides train service along the Genesee & Saginaw Valley Rail Line, which passes through Flint on its route from Bay City to Ann Arbor. Taxis are available in Flint, although it is recommended to book one in advance as they can be hard to come by during peak times. For those who prefer to drive themselves, there are several car rental companies located within the city limits. Finally, cycling is an increasingly popular option in the city – several bike lanes have been built throughout the metro area which makes it easier for cyclists to get around town safely.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Flint Metro Area takes 26.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Flint Metro Area get to work:
- 84.6% drive their own car alone
- 9.1% carpool with others
- 3.1% work from home
- 1.2% take mass transit