Throop, PA is a small borough located in Lackawanna County in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Despite its size, it still provides residents with access to various transportation options. The local public transportation system includes a bus line operated by the County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS), which runs throughout Throop and connects to other boroughs, towns, and cities in Lackawanna County. For those needing to travel farther, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is just a short drive away from Throop, providing easy access to domestic and international flights. Additionally, major highways like the I-81 and US 11 run through the area and offer convenient access to nearby cities such as Scranton. Allowing locals to conveniently travel within Throop or beyond without the need for a personal vehicle.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Throop takes 17.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Throop get to work:
- 80.3% drive their own car alone
- 13.7% carpool with others
- 2.2% work from home
- 1.4% take mass transit