Bus / Train
Public transportation helps alleviate congestion. According to the 2005 Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) Annual Urban Mobility Report, public transportation reduces traffic delays and costs in America's 85 largest urban areas. The study concluded that public transportation services in America's most congested cities saved travelers 1.1 billion hours in travel time.
Public transportation also plays a vital role in reducing pollution. It produces 95% less volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and nearly half as much carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) for every passenger mile traveled as compared to traveling with private vehicles. It also reduces annual emissions for the pollutants that create smog.
There are many public transportation options available in Anoka County, Minnesota.
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Metro Transit has many bus routes available connecting Anoka County to downtown Minneapolis and other parts of the metro region. Metro Transit also operates the Hiawatha Line light rail service between Minneapolis and the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. |
The Anoka County Traveler has three routes throughout portions of
Anoka, Blaine, and Coon Rapids. Connections can be made to all areas
of Anoka County and to the rest of the metro area. Anoka County
Traveler Dial-a-Ride provides curb to curb transportation service
and coordinates with the Traveler's fixed route service to ensure residents
the most efficient and affordable way to travel.
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The Northstar Commuter Coach buses are coach-style vehicles with many amenities. The Northstar Commuter Coach currently stops at the park-and-ride lots in Elk River and Coon Rapids and travels to/from the 5th Street Transit Station in downtown Minneapolis during peak hours. The bus operates along the future Northstar Commuter Rail corridor. |
In addition, the Ramsey Star Express provides service
from the municipal parking facility located in Ramsey Town Center
to the 5th Street Transit station in downtown Minneapolis.
Resources available for transit riders include a Guaranteed Ride Home program and use of free Park & Ride and Park & Pool Lots.
