Rotterdam, NY is a small city located in Schenectady County. It is well connected with public transportation options that serve its residents and visitors alike. The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) offers bus services that cover the city with frequent stops for easy access to major locations within Rotterdam. In addition, Amtrak provides train services from Rotterdam Junction station which serves both Albany-Rensselaer and Schenectady stations. Amtrak also runs a shuttle service from Rotterdam to the nearby Albany Airport. For travelers who prefer driving, there are two main highways - I-890 and I-90 - that traverse Rotterdam and provide access to nearby cities via car or other modes of transportation. With all of these options at hand, getting around Rotterdam is accessible and convenient for people looking to explore the town.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Rotterdam takes 22.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Rotterdam get to work:
- 86.3% drive their own car alone
- 7.5% carpool with others
- 2.5% work from home
- 0.6% take mass transit