Patterson, LA is a city located in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. The city does not have a large population, but it does have plenty of public transportation options for those living in and around the area. Public buses are provided by the Hey Ride System which provide transportation to many destinations in and around Patterson, including local shopping centers, healthcare facilities, and more. The bus system also services nearby cities such as Morgan City, Bayou Vista, Franklin, Berwick, and Abbeville. Additionally, taxi services are available to residents for an additional cost. For those looking to travel further distances or out of state, the nearest airport is located 30 miles away in Lafayette. If needed there are also several car rental companies located near Patterson for travelers who prefer to drive their own vehicle.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Patterson takes 22.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Patterson get to work:
- 81.0% drive their own car alone
- 14.9% carpool with others
- 0.4% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit