Transportation
Transportation and connectivity are among the Cumberland Valley’s greatest advantages. Situated along Interstate 81 and within easy reach of major East Coast markets, the region offers residents the opportunity to enjoy a high quality of life while remaining connected to employment centers, business opportunities, and destinations throughout the Mid-Atlantic.
This strategic location has helped attract employers, support economic growth, and create opportunities across a wide range of industries. Residents benefit from convenient access to major metropolitan areas while enjoying the affordability, safety, and sense of community that define life in the Cumberland Valley. Whether traveling for business, education, healthcare, or recreation, destinations throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and beyond are easily accessible
CVBA members such as the Franklin County Regional Airport further enhance the region’s connectivity, supporting business and recreational aviation while contributing to economic development efforts. Infrastructure partners such as Valley Directional Drilling and B.E. Heck Underground Utilities help support the systems that keep communities connected and positioned for future growth.
For businesses, accessibility creates a competitive advantage. For residents, it offers convenience and flexibility. Together, these transportation assets help make the Cumberland Valley an attractive place to live, work, visit, and invest, combining small-town character with access to the opportunities of a much larger region.