Elkhart, IA (50073) is a rural town located in western Iowa with a population of 397 people. Despite its small size, Elkhart offers a variety of transportation options in the region for both local and out of town travelers. The closest major airport is Des Moines International Airport which is approximately 109 miles away from Elkhart. For those wanting to travel by train, Amtrak’s California Zephyr line stops at nearby Council Bluffs which is 26 miles away from Elkhart. For local transportation within Elkhart, there are several taxi companies that can provide service and transport passengers to their desired locations. Additionally, there are bus services available such as the RET Express buses and other intercity bus lines that provide service between major cities in the area. Lastly, for those who drive cars there are several highways and streets that run through Elkhart providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Elkhart (zip 50073) takes 22.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Elkhart (zip 50073) get to work:
- 91.5% drive their own car alone
- 1.8% carpool with others
- 4.3% work from home
- 0.6% take mass transit