Alford, MA is a small town in the state of Massachusetts located in Berkshire County. While it has a small population of around 900 people, it does have a few options for transportation. For short distances, residents can utilize bike paths or sidewalks to get around. Taxis and car services are also available to take individuals wherever they need to go. Alford is also served by the Pioneer Valley-Transit Authority (PVTA), which offers bus routes throughout the city and beyond. The PVTA connects the town with nearby cities such as Northampton and Amherst, providing easy access for commuters into those areas. Residents who prefer to drive have access to local roads that lead into nearby towns and cities. The nearest major airport is Bradley International Airport about an hour away in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. All these options make traveling to and from Alford convenient for its residents.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Alford takes 20.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Alford get to work:
- 60.9% drive their own car alone
- 11.4% carpool with others
- 15.9% work from home
- 5.0% take mass transit