Mountainside, NJ is a small town located in Union County and is known for its scenic views. Although the population of Mountainside is small, the town offers plenty of transportation options to its residents and visitors. Public transportation in Mountainside includes bus services operated by New Jersey Transit on the 113 route, which runs through the center of town connecting Mountainside with Elizabeth, Hillside and Newark. Those looking for an easy commute can also take advantage of the NJ Transit train line from Mountainside Station to Penn Station in New York City. For those who prefer their own vehicle, there are several highways close to Mountainside including U.S. Route 22 and Interstate 78 that make traveling around easier. Additionally, local taxi cab companies offer 24-hour service within the area as well as airport service to nearby Newark Liberty International Airport.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Mountainside takes 32.8 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Mountainside get to work:
- 78.8% drive their own car alone
- 2.9% carpool with others
- 7.6% work from home
- 9.8% take mass transit