The small, rural village of Wales, NY is situated in the northeast corner of Erie County. Despite its size, Wales is known for its bustling community, much of which can be attributed to its convenient public transportation options. The NFTA Metro bus system serves the village, providing daily routes to nearby towns and villages as well as downtown Buffalo. For those looking to travel further distances, flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport are available just 30 minutes away by car. Those looking for a more leisurely journey can also find Amtrak services nearby at Depew Station or Depew Transit Center on the east side of Buffalo. All of these options make Wales easily accessible and offer great opportunities for exploration and discovery.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Wales takes 21.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Wales get to work:
- 89.6% drive their own car alone
- 2.9% carpool with others
- 3.1% work from home
- 0.4% take mass transit