Atlas, PA is a small town located in Northampton County with a population of just over 600 people. Despite its size, Atlas is well connected to the surrounding area with public transportation options. The Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANTA) offers regular bus service to residents of Atlas, connecting them to larger towns such as Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton. Additionally, LANTA's Dial-A-Ride service allows passengers to get door-to-door transportation for shopping trips, medical appointments and more. For those who prefer to drive their own vehicle, Interstate 78 runs through Atlas providing easy access to the surrounding areas. With all these options available, it’s no surprise that many people choose to call Atlas home.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Atlas takes 23.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Atlas get to work:
- 94.1% drive their own car alone
- 0.2% carpool with others
- 0.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit