Shokan, NY is a small hamlet in the town of Olive located in Ulster County. Although it has a relatively small population, the town offers a variety of transportation options for its residents. The main modes of transport available to Shokan residents are by car, bus and rail. The nearby Metro-North train station connects Shokan with New York City, making it easy to travel to and from the city without having to drive. Local buses run by Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) provide regular service throughout the area and connect Shokan with other locations in Ulster County. Those looking for an even more convenient way of getting around can take advantage of the taxi service available from local companies like Yellowstone Taxi Co. For those looking to explore nature without driving, Shokan also provides access to a number of hiking trails along the Wallkill River and its tributaries.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Shokan takes 28.2 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Shokan get to work:
- 78.0% drive their own car alone
- 14.7% carpool with others
- 3.4% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit