Nicollet, MN County is a small rural area located in Southern Minnesota. Although the population of the county is relatively low, it has access to several transportation options for residents and visitors alike. The county's public transportation system includes buses from both Nicollet County Transit and South Central Transit, which connect the region's residents to nearby cities and towns. Additionally, Nicollet County is accessible by car with several major highways running through it, including Highway 14 and Minnesota State Highways 60 and 68. For those who prefer rail travel, Amtrak's Empire Builder serves St. Peter, located just south of Nicollet County in neighboring Le Sueur County. Finally, air travel is available at Mankato Regional Airport (MKT), which offers regular service to Minneapolis鈥揝t. Paul International Airport (MSP) as well as other regional airports. With these various transportation options available, Nicollet County provides easy access to its many attractions and amenities.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Nicollet County takes 17.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Nicollet County get to work:
- 76.7% drive their own car alone
- 7.8% carpool with others
- 10.0% work from home
- 0.5% take mass transit