Shrewsbury, NJ is a small town located in Monmouth County. It is known for its quaint downtown area and close proximity to the Jersey Shore. The area is well served by public transportation options, with buses from NJ Transit connecting the town with nearby towns such as Matawan, Freehold and Long Branch. Additionally, there are several regional bus lines that offer service to New York City, Philadelphia and other destinations in New Jersey. For those looking for a more relaxed mode of transportation, local bicycle trails are available around the town providing a scenic route for commuters and visitors alike. There is also an Amtrak station in nearby Red Bank making it easy to travel further if needed. Overall, Shrewsbury offers many convenient ways to get around to explore the area or commute to other parts of the state.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Shrewsbury township takes 29.3 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Shrewsbury township get to work:
- 71.8% drive their own car alone
- 7.5% carpool with others
- 1.6% work from home
- 7.4% take mass transit