Hudson, NY is located in the Hudson Valley region of New York State and is part of the Metro-North commuter rail system. The Metro-North train line runs from Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan to Poughkeepsie Station in Dutchess County. Additionally, Amtrak offers service to Hudson via their Empire Service line which runs from Penn Station in Manhattan to Albany-Rensselaer station with stops at Hudson, Rhinecliff-Kingston, and other local stations. There are also numerous bus lines that serve Hudson including the Adirondack Trailways which connects towns and cities throughout the state. For those who prefer to drive, Interstate 87 provides easy access from Albany and beyond. In addition to public transportation options, there are a number of taxi services available within Hudson. All these options make it easy for residents and visitors alike to get around the area with ease.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Hudson Metro Area takes 25.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Hudson Metro Area get to work:
- 76.9% drive their own car alone
- 8.8% carpool with others
- 6.3% work from home
- 2.6% take mass transit