Homer, IL is a small village located in Champaign County, Illinois. It has a population of around 1,800 people and is known for its rural landscapes and quiet countryside atmosphere. The town offers a variety of public transportation options to help residents get around the local area. These include local bus services provided by the University of Illinois' Campus Area Transportation System (CATS), as well as private taxi services. The closest major airport is Willard Airport in Savoy, IL which is approximately 15 miles away from Homer. For longer trips and travel outside the state, Amtrak operates out of nearby Champaign-Urbana Station. Homer also provides access to intercity bus service with Greyhound Lines, providing direct connections to Chicago and other cities throughout Illinois. Residents can also make use of rideshare programs like Uber and Lyft for convenient transportation around town. With these public transportation options available, it's easy for the residents of Homer to stay connected and explore surrounding areas without having to worry about getting stuck or being stranded somewhere far away from home.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Homer takes 26.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Homer get to work:
- 87.4% drive their own car alone
- 9.8% carpool with others
- 2.5% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit