Williamson County, Illinois is located in southern Illinois and is served by a number of public transportation options. The major provider of public transportation in the county is the Williamson County Transit System (WCTS). This system provides bus service to various locations throughout the county, including Marion, Herrin, Johnston City and Carbondale. WCTS also provides inter-county connections to neighboring counties, such as Jackson County and Pope County. Additionally, WCTS operates a regional express service to St. Louis and surrounding areas during peak travel times. For those looking for more specialized transport services, there are several taxi companies operating in Williamson County that can provide door-to-door services. There is also an Amtrak station located in Marion that offers daily services south to Cairo and north to Chicago. All of these options make it convenient for residents of Williamson County to get around without having to rely on a car or other private means of transportation.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Williamson County takes 21.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Williamson County get to work:
- 85.1% drive their own car alone
- 7.7% carpool with others
- 4.2% work from home
- 0.5% take mass transit