New Castle, KY is a small city located in Henry County. It has a population of 2,478 according to the 2018 US Census Bureau estimates. Public transportation in New Castle is mainly handled by the Local Motion Transit Authority, which provides bus routes throughout the city and surrounding areas. The routes are designed to give residents access to employment opportunities, shopping, medical care and educational opportunities. Additionally, taxis are available for hire within city limits, and there are several bike lanes for cyclists. All public transportation options offer affordable fares with reduced rates for seniors and people with disabilities. Travelers can also take advantage of ridesharing services like Uber or Lyft that provide reliable transportation service at reasonable rates. With these options available to get around town, New Castle citizens have plenty of choices when it comes to getting where they need to go.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in New Castle takes 27.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in New Castle get to work:
- 84.9% drive their own car alone
- 8.9% carpool with others
- 5.6% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit