Sterling, CT is a small town located in the northeast corner of Connecticut. It's conveniently located near several major highways and offers a variety of public transportation options to its residents. The primary mode of public transit in the area is a bus system operated by the Eastern Connecticut Public Transportation Association, also known as ECPTA. Buses run daily from nearby Norwich to Storrs and other major points within the state. Additionally, there are plans underway to expand the bus system for more convenient access throughout the region. Other transportation options include commuter rail service provided by Amtrak and shuttles connecting Willimantic and Putnam with surrounding towns. For those who prefer to travel within Sterling itself, there are several taxi services available as well as car rental options. In addition, bicycle paths have been established throughout town for an eco-friendly way to get around. With these various public transportation options available, residents of Sterling can easily get where they need to go both within town and beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Sterling takes 35.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Sterling get to work:
- 83.2% drive their own car alone
- 6.4% carpool with others
- 8.0% work from home
- 0.5% take mass transit