Old Forge, NY is a small town in Herkimer County. It is mainly a tourist destination due to its close proximity to the Adirondack Mountains and bodies of water such as the Fulton Chain of Lakes. As such, transportation to Old Forge, NY is mainly by car. There are two main highways accessed from the town—Route 28 and Route 365—which offer passage to other nearby towns and cities.
In terms of public transportation, there are several options available for those traveling to or from Old Forge, NY. The Utica-based Adirondack Trailways provide bus service from Utica Bus Station that connects with other parts of New York State as well as out-of-state destinations like Boston and Washington DC. Additionally, the Syracuse Hancock International Airport provides air travel for those looking to fly into or out of Old Forge. For short trips within the state, Amtrak's Empire Service Line offers rail service between Albany and Buffalo that stops at Syracuse Station, which is connected to Old Forge via car or bus ride. Finally, there are taxi services available in town for those looking for more direct travel services within Herkimer County or surrounding areas.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Old Forge takes 23.2 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Old Forge get to work:
- 67.3% drive their own car alone
- 0.0% carpool with others
- 32.7% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit