Traffic & Commute Statistics (Nassau & Suffolk Counties)

Long Island commuters spend about 34 minutes traveling to work on average, with 73% driving alone and only 12% using public transit. Transit use is significantly higher in Nassau than Suffolk due to proximity to New York City and denser LIRR service. The Long Island Rail Road carries around 185,000 riders daily, while the Long Island Expressway and parkways see hundreds of thousands of vehicle trips each day.

With nearly 3 million people across Nassau County and Suffolk County, Long Island is one of the most heavily traveled suburban regions in the United States. Commuting is central to daily life, whether residents travel by car, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), bus, ferry, bicycle, or a combination of modes. This page compiles official … Continue reading Traffic & Commute Statistics (Nassau & Suffolk Counties)