Cheat Lake, WV is located in the northern part of Monongalia county and is a popular residential area for its scenic views of the lake and surrounding hills. Despite being a smaller community, transportation options are available in Cheat Lake. Public transit is provided by the Mountain Line Transit Authority which connects riders to various parts of Morgantown as well as other communities within Monongalia County. The Mountain Line Transit also provides rides to nearby airports such as Pittsburgh International Airport and West Virginia University's Consortium Airport. Buses typically run every hour or two and are accessible via the fixed route system or vanpools. Additionally, car rental services can be found nearby for those looking to travel farther distances or who need more flexibility when getting around town.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Cheat Lake takes 22.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Cheat Lake get to work:
- 81.8% drive their own car alone
- 9.2% carpool with others
- 4.4% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit