Olla, LA is a small town in the northern part of Louisiana. It is known for its rural atmosphere, as well as its peaceful surroundings. Despite the small population, Olla offers public transportation options to connect the community to nearby towns. The Ouachita Parish Public Transportation System serves Olla and provides residents with access to different areas, either on shared rides or fixed routes. The shared ride services are available by advanced request and are primarily used for medical appointments or employment needs. Fixed routes are available to anyone throughout the week and include destinations such as Monroe, West Monroe, Richwood, Calhoun, and Sterlington. All buses provide wheelchair accessibility and all fares are reasonable for riders. This service allows residents of Olla to travel conveniently and safely without having their own vehicles.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Olla takes 41.5 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Olla get to work:
- 78.6% drive their own car alone
- 6.9% carpool with others
- 4.4% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit