Staples, MN is a small town located in Crow Wing County and has a population of 2,419. Although it is a small community, there are several transportation options available to those living in or visiting Staples. The public transportation system in Staples is provided by Community Transit of Crow Wing County and operates routes throughout the county. These buses run on weekdays and can take passengers anywhere within Staples, as well as some other nearby towns. Additionally, there are several taxi companies that offer local service to those who need door-to-door transportation. For travelers who need reliable long distance trips, the closest airport is Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport which offers flights to Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport, LaCrosse Municipal Airport, and other locations.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Staples (zip 56479) takes 22.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Staples (zip 56479) get to work:
- 82.0% drive their own car alone
- 9.6% carpool with others
- 3.5% work from home
- 0.4% take mass transit