While the transport system in Colombia is similar to the U.S. in general, there are some key differences, especially in smaller towns like mine. In my time here, I have gotten used to navigating the public transport systems and it's now second nature to me. The biggest difference between the U.S. and Colombia is that here, it is less common to have a car. In the U.S., most families have a car, and I even got a car when I was in high school because of how necessary it is as a mode of travel. In Colombia, it is less common, and teenagers don’t usually get their own car. As a result, other forms of transportation are more important.
Motorcycles (motos) are much more common in Colombia. They are probably the most common means of transport, at least in my town. Remember how I said that teenagers don’t get their own car? Some instead get a motorcycle. Families also often use motorcycles. You will often see a family of four balanced on one motorcycle, which is an impressive balancing feat. Of course, motorcycles come with more risks than cars. Sometimes the police visit the school to discourage students from riding motorcycles.
There is also a good public transport system to compensate for the lack of cars. Buses are very common.
