Chester Gap, VA is a small rural community located in the Northern Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Its close proximity to Washington D.C., makes it an ideal place for those who wish to commute to the city while still being able to enjoy some of the benefits of living in a rural area. While there is no public transportation directly available in Chester Gap, there are numerous transportation options nearby that make commuting easy and convenient. The closest option is Warrenton-Fauquier Airport, which offers flights throughout the region and beyond. Additionally, bus routes run from Warrenton through Linden to Winchester, providing commuters with access to larger metropolitan areas such as Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Charlottesville. For those wanting to drive themselves, Interstate 66 and US Route 17 provide quick access to these locations as well as other points in Virginia and surrounding states. All of these transportation options make Chester Gap an ideal location for those looking for convenience without having to sacrifice their rural lifestyle.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Chester Gap takes 37.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Chester Gap get to work:
- 90.1% drive their own car alone
- 3.9% carpool with others
- 0.0% work from home
- 4.6% take mass transit