Monroe, CT is a small town located in Fairfield County in Connecticut. The transportation options available in Monroe are limited and primarily include private automobiles and the nearby Metro-North commuter rail line. Private automobiles provide the most convenient means for getting around, especially for short distances within the town itself. For longer distances outside of town or to travel further afield, the Metro-North provides an easy alternative that runs along the New Haven Line from Grand Central Station up into New Haven and beyond. This commuter rail service also offers connections to other towns throughout Connecticut as well as neighboring states. With its convenient access to public transportation, Monroe is an ideal place for commuters looking for a quiet town with easy access to larger cities.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Monroe takes 32.2 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Monroe get to work:
- 87.8% drive their own car alone
- 4.4% carpool with others
- 4.9% work from home
- 2.2% take mass transit