The primary way to get around the area is with a private vehicle. Traffic in the area is reasonable, with rush hours delays that fall well below those found in many other urban/suburban areas of the state and country.
Public Transit
Although there is no formal public transit, there are several Ride Share/Solution programs, and you can always take advantage of Park and Ride lots in the Columbus/Franklin County area. Additionally, Violet Township participates in a Public Transit Program called Lancaster Public Transit. You can click on the images for more information
Public Transit offering more service through their Flex Routes!
Lancaster-Fairfield Public Transit (LFPT) offers additional service for the Pickerington flex route.
As “one of the fastest growing communities in both the state and central Ohio (Planning and Zoning Department of Pickerington), the need for affordable public transit has continued to grow with a significant increase in ridership of the Pickerington route.
To utilize the route, just be at the posted bus-stop (signs at most locations) at least 5 minutes prior to the scheduled stop time with your cash fare of $0.50. Once you board the vehicle, let your driver know at which stop you will de-boarding the vehicle. Deviated pick-ups are available within a 3/4-mile radius of the listed stops by calling at least 24 hours in advance to request (limit one deviation per hour).
To see the current bus schedules, you may visit our website at
http://www.ci.lancaster.oh.us/DocumentCenter/View/3042/Route-Schedules--Lancaster?bidId=, call the office (740-681-5086) or email cwoody@ci.lancaster.oh.us.
Greenways, Bike Paths and trails
There is a major Bike Path that passes through the City of Pickerington on State Route 256, and several large construction projects that will be providing biking, jogging and walking paths that will connect many area communities. We have some helpful links for you below.
You can also check out alternative sources of transportation here.