Bedford, MA is a small town located in Middlesex County in the state of Massachusetts. Despite its size, Bedford provides a variety of transportation options for its citizens and visitors. The town is served by the MBTA Commuter Rail lines, including the Fitchburg Line and the Lowell Line, which provide access to downtown Boston and other nearby cities. The bus system also includes several routes around town, as well as express buses that run directly into Boston. For those who prefer to drive, there are several major highways nearby which make it easy to get to surrounding towns and cities. There are also several bike paths throughout Bedford which offer a great way to explore the area on two wheels. With all these options available, residents of Bedford have plenty of choices when it comes to getting around town or commuting to other locations in the Greater Boston Area.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Bedford takes 26.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Bedford get to work:
- 80.5% drive their own car alone
- 7.5% carpool with others
- 6.5% work from home
- 2.8% take mass transit