Galena, IL is a small city located in the Northwestern region of the state. With a population of around 3,500 people, the local transportation options are limited but still available. The city offers several taxi and ride-sharing services for residents as well as visitors to get around town without needing to drive their own cars. Additionally, Galena is served by two Amtrak stations for regional rail service; the Galena/Jo Daviess County station and the East Dubuque station. These stations are connected to Chicago via regular train departures throughout the day and night. For those seeking a more rural form of transportation, bike paths have been developed along the Galena River for cycling enthusiasts. Finally, there are also multiple bus routes connecting Galena with other nearby towns such as Freeport and Apple River. With these various transportation options, both residents and tourists alike can easily navigate through Galena's attractions and activities with ease.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Galena takes 21.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Galena get to work:
- 69.8% drive their own car alone
- 10.3% carpool with others
- 6.3% work from home
- 1.1% take mass transit