Simpson, PA is a small town located in Lackawanna County. Despite its size, Simpson has many transportation options available to its residents. The County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) provides bus service throughout the area and is the main form of public transportation for those living in Simpson. COLTS operates four fixed routes that cover most of Simpson and its surrounding communities. For those needing access to major cities outside of Simpson, there are several nearby airports and bus stations with regular services to larger cities such as Philadelphia and New York City. Additionally, Amtrak trains provide a convenient mode of transportation from nearby Scranton/Wilkes-Barre or Williamsport. There are also multiple car rental companies operating out of nearby Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, allowing residents to quickly access any destination they desire. With these various options available, getting around Simpson or traveling outside the town has never been easier.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Simpson takes 20.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Simpson get to work:
- 75.2% drive their own car alone
- 15.3% carpool with others
- 2.8% work from home
- 2.3% take mass transit