New Cumberland, WV is a small town located in Hancock County. Despite its size, the city is well-connected with an efficient public transportation network allowing residents to get around quickly and conveniently. Public transit in New Cumberland includes both the bus system operated by Hancock County Transit Authority as well as a number of taxi services. The bus system provides direct connections between New Cumberland and many nearby cities such as Wheeling, Charleston, Parkersburg and Pittsburgh, while also serving local communities within Hancock County. Taxis are readily available for those wishing to travel within the city or to nearby locations. In addition to these public transportation options, there are also several car rental services available in the area. With a wide range of options available, residents of New Cumberland can easily move around the region without having to rely on personal vehicles for transportation.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in New Cumberland takes 23.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in New Cumberland get to work:
- 87.3% drive their own car alone
- 8.3% carpool with others
- 2.8% work from home
- 0.8% take mass transit