Fishers Island, NY is a small island located off the coast of Connecticut in the Long Island Sound. Although the population is relatively small, there are still many transportation options available for visitors and residents alike. The most popular option is catching a ferry from New London or Orient Point on the mainland. There are two ferry operators that run on a regular schedule throughout the day providing convenient access from both sides of the island. Additionally, there is an airport located on the island that provides charter flights to some nearby cities as well as helicopter services for those looking to arrive in style. Finally, there are several taxi and limo services available to take travelers to their desired destination within Fishers Island or beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Fishers Island takes 32.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Fishers Island get to work:
- 26.0% drive their own car alone
- 14.5% carpool with others
- 1.5% work from home
- 19.8% take mass transit