Saugus, MA is a suburban town located in the greater Boston area. Due to its location, there are numerous transportation options for residents of Saugus and visitors alike. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) provides public transit services through its commuter rail system and rapid transit trains. Additionally, the MBTA has bus routes that serve Saugus and other neighboring towns. For those who prefer to drive, I-95 runs through the town providing access to downtown Boston and other nearby cities. There are several taxi services operating in the area as well as companies offering ride sharing services such as Uber or Lyft. Finally, there are a few airports with commercial flights serving Saugus including the Logan International Airport which is located about 20 miles away from the town center.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Saugus takes 29.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Saugus get to work:
- 77.6% drive their own car alone
- 9.6% carpool with others
- 1.6% work from home
- 8.1% take mass transit