A train used by commuters; largely synonymous with 'commuter train' (通勤電車), but may be used more broadly for train services beyond electric multiple units.
通勤列車は都市部と郊外を結ぶ路線でよく使われる。
Commuter trains are often used on lines that connect urban areas with the suburbs.
長距離通勤者は毎日通勤列車に長時間乗ることになる。
Long-distance commuters end up riding commuter trains for long periods every day.
通勤列車のダイヤが乱れると会社に遅刻する人が増える。
When the commuter train schedule is disrupted, more people are late for work.