Piermont, NY is a village in the town of Orangetown located on the western shore of the Hudson River. It is known for its stunning views and quaint atmosphere. Located about 20 miles north of Manhattan, the area has become increasingly popular with commuters looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Despite its small size, Piermont offers an impressive range of transportation options.
Public transportation in Piermont includes several bus routes operated by Tappan Zee Express, which connect to nearby towns such as Nyack and Palisades Park as well as to Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City. The village also has access to Metro-North’s Hudson Line, with an express train station located just a few blocks from downtown Piermont. For those who prefer to travel by car, there are two bridges connecting Piermont to New Jersey - the George Washington Bridge and Tappan Zee Bridge. There is also easy access to Interstate 87 and 9W.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Piermont takes 34.1 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Piermont get to work:
- 76.3% drive their own car alone
- 6.5% carpool with others
- 9.7% work from home
- 4.6% take mass transit