Bethel, CT is a small town located in Fairfield County with a population of 18,584 as of 2018. The 06801 zip code is served by several transportation options to facilitate commuting and travel for locals and visitors alike. Bethel's downtown area is served by the Housatonic Area Regional Transit (HART) bus line which operates from Danbury to Waterbury. For long-distance travel, Metro-North operates out of nearby Danbury station providing access to New York City and other towns along its route. For those who prefer to travel by car, Bethel is easily accessible via I-84 and Route 6 which makes it simple to get around the region. Additionally, Bradley International Airport is located just 45 miles away offering flights across the United States.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Bethel (zip 06801) takes 30.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Bethel (zip 06801) get to work:
- 82.3% drive their own car alone
- 6.4% carpool with others
- 4.9% work from home
- 4.6% take mass transit