Shawangunk, NY is a small community located in Ulster County. It is fairly well-connected to the rest of the county by public transportation. The most prominent option for getting around town is by bus. The Shawangunk Connector bus system runs throughout the town and connects to other nearby towns and cities. There are several bus stops located throughout the town, making it easy to get around without a car. Additionally, there are several taxi services available in Shawangunk that provide reliable transportation options for those without access to a vehicle. For longer distances, there are Amtrak stations close by in New Paltz and Poughkeepsie where passengers can connect with regional and long-distance trains. All of these transportation options make it possible for residents of Shawangunk to travel conveniently within the local area and beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Shawangunk takes 36.7 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Shawangunk get to work:
- 81.2% drive their own car alone
- 6.1% carpool with others
- 7.0% work from home
- 1.2% take mass transit