Merrill, IA is a small town located in the northwest of Iowa that offers residents and visitors access to convenient transportation options. Public transportation in the area is provided by the Winnebago Regional Transportation System (WRTS), which operates six routes throughout the city and outlying areas. WRTS buses provide general public transportation for residents and commuters in the area. Services include point-to-point rides, school bus service, rural and specialized services, paratransit services for persons with disabilities, and monthly passes for regular riders. The WRTS also connects Merrill to nearby towns such as Mason City, Forest City, Thompson, and Lake Mills. Additionally, there are several taxi companies in Merrill that are available 24/7 to provide affordable transport within the city limits as well as offer transfers to other nearby towns. For those looking to travel outside of Iowa, there are several airports located in a 100 mile radius from Merrill including Des Moines International Airport. With these reliable transportation options available in Merrill, traveling around town or beyond has never been easier!
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Merrill takes 20.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Merrill get to work:
- 85.3% drive their own car alone
- 12.2% carpool with others
- 0.6% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit