Pottstown, PA is a vibrant suburban community located in the 19465 zip code. With its convenient location within the Greater Philadelphia area, Pottstown is well connected to the larger urban region with many public transportation options available. The borough’s residents have access to bus routes from SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority), which serves Montgomery County and other parts of the greater region. In addition, commuters who travel outside of Pottstown can board a Regional Rail train at nearby Norristown Transportation Center or take advantage of several express bus services that operate between Reading and Philadelphia. Several taxi and ride-sharing services are also available for those seeking more flexibility when traveling around Pottstown or beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Pottstown (zip 19465) takes 31.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Pottstown (zip 19465) get to work:
- 86.7% drive their own car alone
- 4.6% carpool with others
- 7.2% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit