Clarks Green, PA is a small borough located in the northeast corner of Lackawanna County. Despite its size, the borough has several convenient transportation options available to its residents. The most prominent of these is public bus services provided by both Como and County Transit. This service provides access to major cities like Scranton and Wilkes Barre as well as smaller towns in the area. For those looking for a more personal form of transportation, taxi services are also available in Clarks Green. Finally, those who prefer to drive their own vehicles can take advantage of multiple highways and roads that pass through the borough including US Route 6 and Interstate 81. No matter one’s preference, there are plenty of options available to get around Clarks Green and the surrounding communities.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Clarks Green takes 21.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Clarks Green get to work:
- 85.3% drive their own car alone
- 4.6% carpool with others
- 6.5% work from home
- 1.1% take mass transit