March 18, 2010

Transportation in Columbus, Ohio

When you are thinking of buying or selling a home in the central Ohio area, we hope you will think of Cam Taylor Co., Realtors.

Cam Taylor Co. Realtors was established in the north arc of Columbus in 1968. For 40+ years we have served thousands of buyers and sellers. As well, we are part of a national/international network of companies, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE). We can relocate clients literally across the world and back. Visit our website to learn more about LeadingRE.

Columbus, Ohio is comprised of many communities/suburbs as well as the central city itself. All communities are convenient to the 270 outerbelt which circles the city and route 71 which runs north and south through Columbus.

Bicycling has become a popular activity in Columbus and with the Olentangy bike trail, commuters or recreational riders can travel from as far north as the Worthington Hills area, just south of Powell, under Rt.161 to downtown Columbus. The path is parallel to the Olentangy River and is a very scenic ride. Vehicles are bike friendly, so many travel the main roads by bike to go to work or school at the Ohio State University. Check www.interstate-guide.com or www.considerbiking.org for information.

For those who wish to travel to the downtown area from as far north as Worthington, they can take the COTA bus which makes many stops along the way. We recently took our 3 and 7 year old granddaughters on their first public bus ride. This was quite an education and a fun experience for all. www.cota.com provides you with a schedule and route for the city busline. Thanks to the support of the community, COTA now offers a more comprehensive bus service, with extra routes and longer hours of operation. Today, COTA operates throughout Franklin County, and parts of Delaware, Fairfield, Licking and Union Counties.

Should you choose to drive to downtown in the evening for a show at the Palace Theater or Ohio Theater, consider parking at the parking provided under the Capitol building. Information is available at http://www.statehouse.state.oh.us.

Visit Columbus, Ohio where there is much to be seen as you travel via bus, bike or automobile.

Posted By: Phil Giessler