Will, IL County is well known for its excellent public transportation system. The county offers a variety of options for commuters and residents alike, from buses and trains to carsharing services. Buses are available through the Pace Suburban Bus Service, which runs throughout the county with routes connecting various cities and towns. The Metra commuter rail line also serves Will County, providing daily service to downtown Chicago. For those looking to carpool or share a ride, ridesharing programs such as Uber and Lyft are available in the county. Finally, for getting around to local locations within the county, taxi cabs can be found in most towns as well as bicycle or scooter sharing programs that allow users to rent bicycles or electric scooters on an hourly basis. With all of these options available, Will County residents have plenty of ways to get around the area quickly and conveniently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Will County takes 32.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Will County get to work:
- 84.4% drive their own car alone
- 5.8% carpool with others
- 4.2% work from home
- 3.8% take mass transit