Hamlin, SD is a rural town located in the North-central part of the state. Given its location, transportation options are fairly limited. The most popular form of transportation in this area is private vehicles. Many people in Hamlin own cars and utilize them for travel within and outside the town. Additionally, there are several bus routes that run through town which can be utilized to get around to nearby towns. There are also taxi services that residents can avail if they need to travel further away from the area. The nearest airport is located about 80 miles away from Hamlin, making air travel an option only for those who have the means to do so as it takes some time to reach that destination. While public transportation in Hamlin may not be plentiful, there are still some options available for those who need them.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Hamlin takes 19.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Hamlin get to work:
- 66.0% drive their own car alone
- 10.9% carpool with others
- 12.9% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit