Vermilion County, IL offers a variety of transportation options to help people get around the area. Public transportation is provided by Amtrak, Greyhound and the Vermilion County Transit System (VCTS). Amtrak provides service between Chicago and several other cities in Illinois, while Greyhound provides regional bus services. The VCTS also offers a wide range of bus routes that travel all over the county. These buses are free for senior citizens and those with disabilities. In addition, the VCTS operates an on demand ride service for those unable to use regular public transportation due to disability or age restrictions. This service is available within Vermilion County and to Danville Airport. \nFor those who prefer to drive themselves, there are several major highways that run through Vermilion County including I-57, I-74, U.S Route 136, and US Route 45. These roads provide access to all parts of the county as well as neighboring counties and states.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Vermilion County takes 19.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Vermilion County get to work:
- 84.7% drive their own car alone
- 7.8% carpool with others
- 3.2% work from home
- 0.8% take mass transit