West Bend, WI is a small city located in Washington County. The city is known for its quaint downtown area with unique shops and restaurants, as well as its extensive parks and trails. Despite its size, West Bend is home to an impressive public transportation system. The city’s Metrolink bus service operates Monday through Saturday, providing service to the downtown area and to neighboring cities. In addition, the West Bend Express provides daily express services between Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport and West Bend. There are also several taxi companies available for those needing transportation in or around West Bend. For visitors to the city, there are several car rental agencies within walking distance of the downtown area, making it easy to get around without having to rely on public transportation. Regardless of your mode of transport, getting around West Bend is convenient and affordable.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in West Bend takes 23.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in West Bend get to work:
- 85.5% drive their own car alone
- 8.3% carpool with others
- 2.1% work from home
- 0.9% take mass transit