Fort Scott, KS is a small city located in the southeast corner of Kansas. The city is conveniently situated near two major highways, US-54 and US-69, providing easy access to Pittsburg, Joplin, and other cities in the surrounding region. Public transportation options for Fort Scott residents are limited but have recently been upgraded from the traditional bus system. The city now has a new regional transit authority that offers rides on demand with their “Ride Smart” service. This service provides scheduled trips to destinations within the city limits as well as trips to nearby towns such as Parsons, Girard and other locations within 40 miles of Fort Scott. This service also includes paratransit options for those who are physically disabled or elderly, making it easier for them to get around. Other transportation services available include a carpool program which allows travelers to share costs of trips and commute together between cities in southeast Kansas. For those looking for alternative ways to get around town without needing their own vehicle, there are also a few bike shops scattered throughout the area that provide rentals with hourly rates.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Fort Scott takes 17.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Fort Scott get to work:
- 77.2% drive their own car alone
- 10.9% carpool with others
- 7.2% work from home
- 0.3% take mass transit