Leadwood, MO is a small city located in the southeast corner of Missouri. It offers residents a rural atmosphere close to major metropolitan areas and access to outdoor recreation and activities. For those living and visiting Leadwood, there are a variety of transportation options available. Public transportation in Leadwood is limited to local bus service operated by the St. Francois County Transit Authority, which provides daily routes throughout the county. Additionally, there is a private taxi service available for those who need door-to-door transportation services within the city limits. For longer trips, most residents rely on their own vehicle or carpooling with friends or family members. The closest airport that serves Leadwood is Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, which is approximately 50 miles away from the city center. In addition, Amtrak's Missouri River Runner provides rail service from St. Louis to Kansas City with stops at intermediate cities including Festus and Farmington – both of which are located within 30 minutes of Leadwood - making rail travel an accessible option for visitors and residents alike.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Leadwood takes 24.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Leadwood get to work:
- 92.3% drive their own car alone
- 6.9% carpool with others
- 0.0% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit