Portage Lakes, OH is a small suburban area in the Akron, Ohio metropolitan area. With its close proximity to the city of Akron and its many amenities, it's no surprise that there are great public transportation options available for residents of Portage Lakes. The Akron Metro Transit System provides bus and light rail services throughout the city and nearby suburbs. There are multiple bus stops within walking distance from the Portage Lakes area, providing direct access to downtown Akron and other locations around the city. Additionally, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad offers freight and passenger train services along a historic route from Cleveland to Canton. This makes it easy for those living in Portage Lakes to explore other areas of Northeast Ohio with ease!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Portage Lakes takes 22.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Portage Lakes get to work:
- 91.4% drive their own car alone
- 2.1% carpool with others
- 5.6% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit