Onekama, MI is a small town on the west shore of Lake Michigan that has limited transportation options. The main form of public transportation in Onekama is the Manistee County Transit System (MCTS). This service provides local bus routes and Dial-A-Ride services to residents living in and around Onekama. With MCTS, riders can get to nearby cities like Manistee or Bear Lake where they can take advantage of larger transportation networks. For those looking to travel further, there are a few private shuttle companies operating out of Onekama that offer trips to places like Grand Rapids and Traverse City. Additionally, there are two airports located within an hour’s drive from Onekama – the Manistee County Airport and Cherry Capital Airport – offering flights to various destinations. So while Onekama may not have the most expansive public transportation system, it provides its residents with enough options to get around town or beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Onekama takes 20.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Onekama get to work:
- 89.0% drive their own car alone
- 9.2% carpool with others
- 1.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit