Waukee, IA is a rapidly growing city located in the central area of Iowa. As the population has grown, so has the need for reliable public transportation. Fortunately Waukee's residents have access to multiple transportation options. The DART bus system provides regular service to the Des Moines metro area with routes extending to Grimes and Pleasant Hill. There are also several taxi services available that provide local rides within Waukee or trips to Des Moines or surrounding areas. For those wanting an economical option, there is Zipcar car sharing service that allows users to rent cars on an hourly basis. Finally, for those wanting an active mode of transportation, there are multiple bike paths throughout Waukee that connect with other cities and towns in the region. With these various options travelers in Waukee have a variety of ways to reach their destination.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Waukee takes 20.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Waukee get to work:
- 83.2% drive their own car alone
- 8.9% carpool with others
- 5.3% work from home
- 0.1% take mass transit