Sandwich, IL is a small town located in DeKalb County with a population of 7,421 people. Despite its size, Sandwich has an abundance of transportation options available for its residents. The city is serviced by the Metra commuter rail system, which provides convenient access to nearby cities including Aurora and Chicago. Additionally, the town has an extensive public bus system that allows residents to get around Sandwich quickly and easily. Those who prefer to drive can utilize several highways and interstates in the area such as I-88 and US Route 34. For those looking for alternative modes of transportation, there are also bike paths and trails throughout the city suitable for leisurely rides or long routes into neighboring towns. All these transportation options make it possible for Sandwich residents to enjoy all the amenities their small town has to offer without needing to travel too far away from home.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Sandwich takes 27.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Sandwich get to work:
- 83.1% drive their own car alone
- 10.8% carpool with others
- 0.8% work from home
- 0.7% take mass transit