Blue Island, IL is a small city in the south side of Chicago. It is known for its rural feel and vibrant local culture. Despite its size, there are many different transportation options available to residents of Blue Island. The most popular option is the Pace Suburban Bus Service, which offers public bus service throughout Blue Island and surrounding areas. Additionally, commuters have access to Metra’s Rock Island Line, which provides direct access to downtown Chicago. Other transportation options include two major highways – Interstate 57 and 294 – both of which provide easy access to other parts of the Chicago Metropolitan Area, as well as taxi services that allow visitors and residents alike to get around town quickly and conveniently. In short, Blue Island offers plenty of transportation options for its small but thriving community.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Blue Island takes 33.7 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Blue Island get to work:
- 72.8% drive their own car alone
- 9.5% carpool with others
- 1.4% work from home
- 12.4% take mass transit