Decatur, IL offers a variety of public transportation options for its residents. The Decatur Public Transit System (DPTS) provides bus and paratransit services throughout the city. It operates seven days a week and runs regular routes on weekdays from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. Additionally, there are two express routes designed to improve access between major destinations in the city. DPTS also offers several commuter vanpools operated by the agency which serves long-distance commuters in the area. For those looking for an alternative form of transportation, Decatur also has a network of bicycle paths that make cycling around town easy and safe. The city even offers a bike share program called Decatur Bikes where riders can rent bicycles from any of the more than 30 locations throughout town. Decatur is dedicated to providing safe and convenient options for its residents when it comes to accessing public transportation.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Decatur (zip 62522) takes 18.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Decatur (zip 62522) get to work:
- 75.1% drive their own car alone
- 10.8% carpool with others
- 4.3% work from home
- 3.0% take mass transit