Texas, PA is a small municipality located in rural Pennsylvania. It does not have a large population, but still offers several public transportation options for its residents. The Schuylkill Transportation System (STS) operates two routes that pass through the area and provide service to the surrounding towns. The STS also offers an ADA-compliant curb-to-curb service for individuals who need additional assistance with their travels. Additionally, there is a city bus system that provides regular routes throughout Texas and connects it to other nearby cities. Uber and Lyft are also available in select areas of Texas, and Amtrak provides train service from Philadelphia to Harrisburg with stops in Texas, allowing locals to travel further distances with ease. All of these transportation options enable the people of Texas, PA to get around conveniently and safely.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Texas takes 21.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Texas get to work:
- 87.0% drive their own car alone
- 5.2% carpool with others
- 5.0% work from home
- 0.8% take mass transit