The Torrington, CT Metro Area is an up and coming region with many transportation options available to the public. It is served by a number of bus services, including the Northwestern Connecticut Transit District which provides service both within the town itself and to nearby towns such as Winsted, New Hartford and Litchfield. There are also a number of private companies offering taxi services in the area. Additionally, Torrington's close proximity to major highways, including Route 8, I-84 and I-91 make it easily accessible for commuters from other parts of Connecticut. For those looking to travel beyond the state lines, Bradley International Airport is located about an hour away from Torrington. All of these options make it easy for people in Torrington to get around either within or outside of their town.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Torrington Metro Area takes 27.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Torrington Metro Area get to work:
- 83.7% drive their own car alone
- 6.2% carpool with others
- 5.3% work from home
- 1.4% take mass transit