Williamsville, NY is a small suburban town located in the western region of New York State. As a result, public transportation options are limited but still available for those residents who need to commute to nearby cities. The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) provides bus service throughout Williamsville and the surrounding area. The NFTA also offers access to the Buffalo Metro Rail system which provides convenient connections to downtown locations like Canalside and Walnut Street Station. Additionally, there are both taxi services and ridesharing options available for those looking for more direct routes into larger cities such as Rochester or Albany. For travelers heading farther afield, Buffalo Niagara International Airport is just 10 miles away from Williamsville. This airport offers domestic and international flights to many destinations across the globe. Whether you’re commuting locally or looking to travel further afield, Williamsville has plenty of transportation options fit for any journey.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Williamsville takes 17.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Williamsville get to work:
- 84.3% drive their own car alone
- 4.8% carpool with others
- 2.6% work from home
- 1.6% take mass transit