The Cortland, NY Metro Area is served by public transportation options that make it easy for locals to get around. The primary option in the area is Cortland Transit which provides both bus and paratransit services throughout the city. The bus service operates on a fixed schedule and routes, while the paratransit provides door-to-door service for those with special needs. Additionally, there are two train stations located in the metro area - one in Homer and one in Groton - which offer regional rail services to other cities. Lastly, rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are also available in the area for quick trips around town. All of these transportation options provide residents with efficient and affordable ways to travel within the metro area or farther afield.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Cortland Metro Area takes 20.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Cortland Metro Area get to work:
- 77.0% drive their own car alone
- 10.6% carpool with others
- 4.7% work from home
- 0.6% take mass transit