Dukes, MA County is a small county located in the eastern part of Massachusetts. Despite its small size, it has plenty of public transportation options for residents and visitors alike. The county is serviced by both buses and trains. The MBTA bus system provides frequent service throughout Dukes county with routes that cover many of the main cities and towns within the area. Commuter rail services are also available from nearby cities including Boston, Providence, Hartford, and New York City. Additionally, there are several ferry services that make regular stops in Dukes County, providing easy access to areas across the harbor or further out at sea. With so many transportation options available, those living in Dukes County can easily access their needs and explore all that Massachusetts has to offer without ever needing a car.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Dukes County takes 14.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Dukes County get to work:
- 73.6% drive their own car alone
- 4.9% carpool with others
- 8.2% work from home
- 4.0% take mass transit