Cowden, IL is a small town located in Shelby County in the state of Illinois. Though it has a relatively small population, Cowden offers its residents and visitors convenient access to public transportation. The nearest major airport is Decatur Airport, located about 24 miles away from the city center. For local transportation, there are several bus routes running through the town, offering easy access to surrounding towns and cities. Additionally, there are two Amtrak stations within 15 miles of Cowden that offer both long-distance passenger rail service and commuter rail options. Additionally, there are taxi and ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft operating around the area. All these options make it very convenient for locals and visitors alike to get around Cowden and its neighboring areas with ease.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Cowden takes 28.2 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Cowden get to work:
- 82.2% drive their own car alone
- 13.5% carpool with others
- 1.3% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit