Topeka, KS is the capital city of Kansas, and it offers a wide range of transportation options to its residents. The primary public transportation option in Topeka is the Topeka Metro Transit service. This bus service provides frequent routes both within the city and connecting to nearby areas, including Lawrence, Manhattan, Holton and Junction City. For those who prefer to drive themselves around town, there are several major roadways in Topeka including I-70, US-24 and US-75. There are also plenty of taxis available as well as bike paths throughout the city for those who want to get around on two wheels instead of four.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Topeka (zip 66611) takes 15.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Topeka (zip 66611) get to work:
- 82.0% drive their own car alone
- 13.2% carpool with others
- 2.8% work from home
- 1.0% take mass transit