Cornwall, NY is a small town located in Orange County, New York. It has a population of approximately 6,000 people and is known for its scenic views and outdoor activities. The town is conveniently located close to major cities such as New York City, which makes it an ideal place to live for commuters.
When it comes to public transportation options in Cornwall, there are several available. Cornwall residents can take advantage of the Hudson Link bus service which provides routes from Haverstraw/Rockland County east to Tarrytown in Westchester County. Additionally, there is the Metro-North Railroad that serves Port Jervis and stops at stations throughout Orange and Rockland Counties including Cornwall-on-Hudson station where residents can access New York City. Travelers can also find Amtrak train services from nearby Salisbury Mills station which serves both local passengers and those traveling cross country. Lastly, those who have their own vehicle can easily access major highways such as I-87 towards Albany or I-84 towards Hartford. These transportation options make it relatively easy for Cornwall residents to travel within the county or beyond with ease.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Cornwall takes 32.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Cornwall get to work:
- 79.0% drive their own car alone
- 6.9% carpool with others
- 7.9% work from home
- 3.5% take mass transit