Union, NY is a small town located in upstate New York. It has a population of about 5,000 people. In addition to the town's quiet atmosphere and natural beauty, Union also offers access to public transportation for its residents. The main form of public transportation available is offered through the Greater Binghamton Public Transportation System (GBPTS). This system provides bus service to various locations in and around Union as well as direct service to nearby cities such as Binghamton. Furthermore, the Union Regional Trailway links the town with surrounding communities providing bike paths and walking trails for commuters. For those travelling further out of state, Greyhound buses stop in Owego which is a short 10-minute drive from Union. These options make it easy for Union's residents to get around without having to rely on cars or taxis.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Union takes 18.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Union get to work:
- 78.8% drive their own car alone
- 8.6% carpool with others
- 3.7% work from home
- 2.8% take mass transit