Half Moon Bay, CA is a small coastal town located in the San Mateo County area. Despite its small size, Half Moon Bay offers many transportation options for its residents and visitors alike. For those wishing to take public transportation, there are two bus lines that service the town: SamTrans and Caltrain. SamTrans provides regular bus service throughout the city, including stops at local stores and parks. It also offers connections to several nearby towns and cities, making it a great option for those looking to travel further away from Half Moon Bay. For those who prefer traveling by rail, Caltrain serves three stations in the area: Half Moon Bay Station, Montara Station, and Moss Beach Station. This rail line connects Half Moon Bay to San Francisco and San Jose, as well as many other destinations in between. For those who prefer driving themselves around town or out of town, there are plenty of roads available for cars or motorcycles. In addition to these transportation options, bicycles are also allowed on most roads within the city limits of Half Moon Bay. This makes it easy for people to explore this beautiful coastal community on two wheels!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Half Moon Bay takes 29.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Half Moon Bay get to work:
- 70.6% drive their own car alone
- 17.1% carpool with others
- 6.1% work from home
- 0.3% take mass transit