Thompsonville, IL is a small town located in the South Central region of Illinois. Despite its size, it is well-connected to the surrounding areas via public transportation. The town's public transportation system includes bus routes operated by Southern Illinois Mass Transit District (SIMTD). These buses service the majority of Thompsonville and the surrounding towns, providing residents with an easy way to get around town and beyond. In addition, Amtrak offers rail service from nearby Centralia station to Chicago and St. Louis, for those wishing to travel further afield. While Thompsonville itself has no airport, there are airports within a short drive in Marion and Carbondale that allow travelers to connect with flights into other parts of the country or world. All in all, Thompsonville's public transportation makes it a convenient place for those looking for easy access to destinations near and far.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Thompsonville takes 24.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Thompsonville get to work:
- 89.7% drive their own car alone
- 8.8% carpool with others
- 1.5% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit