The Portsmouth Metro Area is located in the Scioto Valley of Southern Ohio and provides a variety of public transportation options for its residents. The Scioto Valley Transportation Authority (SVTA) provides bus routes throughout the city, connecting downtown Portsmouth with surrounding suburbs. There is also a riverboat shuttle service operating on the Ohio River which allows commuters to travel to nearby cities such as Ironton and Wheelersburg. In addition, there are several taxi companies providing cab services throughout the city. For those who prefer to ride their bikes, there is a bike-sharing system that enables people to take short trips around town without having to own a bicycle. This system is operated by a local non-profit organization called Bike Portsmouth. With all these transport options available, it's easy for Portsmouth locals to get where they need to go quickly and conveniently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Portsmouth Metro Area takes 25.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Portsmouth Metro Area get to work:
- 89.1% drive their own car alone
- 5.4% carpool with others
- 2.5% work from home
- 0.3% take mass transit