Another surge in gas prices has some commuters contemplating alternative modes of transportation

According to AAA, prices jumped 6 cents this week to a state average of $4.04. Meanwhile, they've risen to $4.12 cents in the Twin Cities per gallon, all due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Melissa has a license but doesn't drive.

"I cannot afford a vehicle right now because of the maintenance and the insurance and the fuel," she says. "It's cheaper to ride public transportation for me right now."

On the other hand, people like Lorena and Kyle need to drive and are feeling the crunch.

"I have a hobby farm in the metro region, and so my truck is getting more and more expensive to fill," says Lorena.

"I got 3 kids, dude. You know? I mean, what I'm going to do, take a bus," adds Kyle.

People like Matt are not happy with the increased costs, and thinks it is time to end the conflict in the Middle East.

"Today it's like pay more for an Uber ride, right? Or I've got to go to the grocery store and I end up paying more for groceries because it costs more to get delivered," Matt added. "And I pay more for my driving there, right?" So I think that we need to get a handle on the situation right now."

Another person WCCO spoke with said he's spending about $25 dollars more per week to fill up. And that's adding up quickly.