Harrisonburg, VA Metro Area offers a wide variety of transportation options for residents and visitors. For those who prefer to drive, Harrisonburg is served by two Interstate highways (I-81 and I-64) as well as several major routes throughout the region. Public transportation is also available in the area, provided by BusLine JMU, Valley Metro, and Rocktown Express. BusLine JMU serves Harrisonburg and James Madison University with more than 30 different routes that pass through stops throughout the city. Valley Metro provides services to other nearby towns and cities in the region while Rocktown Express operates a commuter bus service between Bridgewater, VA and Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. Additionally, downtown Harrisonburg offers a free shuttle service for visitors daily from 8:00AM – 10:00PM. With so many options available, it’s easy to get around the Harrisonburg area without having your own car!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Harrisonburg Metro Area takes 19.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Harrisonburg Metro Area get to work:
- 76.7% drive their own car alone
- 10.5% carpool with others
- 4.3% work from home
- 1.0% take mass transit