Dorrance, PA is a small community located in Luzerne County. It offers a rural setting for those who prefer a tranquil atmosphere. While the town itself does not have its own public transportation system, there are numerous options nearby that offer convenient travel for residents of Dorrance. For those driving, Interstate 81 runs just north of the town and provides access to Wilkes-Barre, Allentown, Scranton and other larger cities. Additionally, BANE-Bus operates a few routes in the surrounding area which stop within 3 miles of Dorrance and provide access to Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton and other nearby destinations. There is also public bus service available from BLUE LINE TransLink which services the same general area as BANE-Bus. For those seeking air travel, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is a short drive away with many domestic flights available on major airlines and some international flights from Montreal and Toronto on Air Canada Express. With these various transportation options available in the area, Dorrance, PA provides residents with convenient access to many parts of Pennsylvania.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Dorrance takes 26.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Dorrance get to work:
- 87.0% drive their own car alone
- 8.8% carpool with others
- 3.4% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit