Dolton, IL has several transportation options for its residents. The town is served by numerous bus routes operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA). These buses provide service to most of the suburbs in the area including Harvey, Calumet City, and Riverdale. Additionally, Metra, the local commuter rail line, also runs through Dolton with stops at Dolton Junction and Delaney Road. For those looking for a more direct route into the city of Chicago, there are express buses that run from downtown to Dolton as well. For those seeking a more leisurely way to explore the city, many streets have bike lanes and there is bicycle parking available at certain locations throughout town. Finally, taxis and ride-sharing services are also available if needed. With all these options available, residents of Dolton have plenty of ways to get around town or head into Chicago.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Dolton takes 39.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Dolton get to work:
- 74.4% drive their own car alone
- 6.9% carpool with others
- 2.3% work from home
- 14.3% take mass transit