Bowie, MD is a suburban area located in Prince George’s County, near Washington D.C. It is known for its convenient access to major transportation routes and numerous public transportation options. There are two MARC train stations in Bowie as well as the Metrobus and several Metro Stations nearby in Washington D.C., such as New Carrollton Station and Silver Spring Station. The MTA commuter bus system also serves the area, providing commuters with easy access to Bowie and surrounding areas. Additionally, two major highways, Route 50 and Route 301 run through the city, making it an attractive place for those who commute to work or school by car or other vehicle. Furthermore, customers can use Uber or Lyft services to get around town quickly and easily. All these public transportation options combined make it easy for residents of Bowie to get where they need to go quickly and conveniently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Bowie takes 36.8 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Bowie get to work:
- 74.7% drive their own car alone
- 8.7% carpool with others
- 4.5% work from home
- 10.3% take mass transit