Barnstable Town, MA, is located on the cape of Massachusetts and is part of the larger Barnstable Town Metro Area. This area is known for its coastal beauty and tranquil atmosphere. When it comes to transportation, this area does not have any public transit options within its borders. However, there are a few services that can help residents get around the metro area. The Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) provides bus service throughout Cape Cod from Hyannis to Woods Hole and beyond. The CCRTA offers discounted fares for seniors, veterans, persons with disabilities, and students. Additionally, taxi services are available throughout the region as well as ferry services from nearby Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket Island. Residents in Barnstable Town also have access to airports in Providence Rhode Island and Boston which are both less than 90 minutes away by car. With the options mentioned above, residents in Barnstable Town have several options when it comes to transportation in their metro area.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Barnstable Town Metro Area takes 23.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Barnstable Town Metro Area get to work:
- 81.1% drive their own car alone
- 7.2% carpool with others
- 6.3% work from home
- 1.3% take mass transit