Harrison County, Texas is located in the northeast corner of the state and is known for its rural landscape and small towns. Despite its rural nature, Harrison County offers a range of transportation options to its residents. Public transportation within the county is run by local agencies including The Harrison County Transit and Bus System and The Longview Transit Service. Both transit systems offer bus routes throughout the county, offering safe and affordable public transportation to both residents and visitors alike. The Harrison County Transit System operates 18 regular bus routes with connections to surrounding counties including Gregg, Panola, Rusk, Marion, Upshur, Smith and Cass Counties as well as connections to major cities like Houston and Shreveport, LA. In addition to buses, the county also offers a variety of taxi services for those seeking alternative forms of public transport. There are several taxi companies operating in Harrison County that provide reliable service at an affordable cost. With these various transportation options available, it is easy for residents in Harrison County to stay connected with one another as well as with nearby cities and counties throughout Texas.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Harrison County takes 20.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Harrison County get to work:
- 87.5% drive their own car alone
- 6.4% carpool with others
- 3.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit