Uniondale, NY is a vibrant community located in Nassau County on Long Island. The area provides a variety of transportation options to its residents and visitors. These include local buses operated by the NICE bus system, commuter trains operated by the Long Island Rail Road, and several taxi and ride-sharing services. Uniondale is also close to major highways, including the Southern State Parkway and the Meadowbrook Parkway, making it easy to access other areas of Long Island or New York City. For those looking to explore beyond Uniondale’s borders, JFK International Airport is located just a short drive away. Through these various modes of transportation, Uniondale offers convenient access to areas throughout Nassau County and beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Uniondale takes 30.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Uniondale get to work:
- 68.5% drive their own car alone
- 10.2% carpool with others
- 2.8% work from home
- 10.9% take mass transit