{"id":6048,"date":"2022-02-22T19:14:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-23T01:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/?p=6048"},"modified":"2022-02-22T21:55:43","modified_gmt":"2022-02-23T03:55:43","slug":"how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"How far is Homer Glen from Chicago?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-sharing gb-block-sharing gb-share-icon-only gb-share-shape-circular gb-share-size-medium gb-share-color-social gb-align-right\">\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"gb-share-list\"><li>\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\thref=\"javascript:void(0)\" onClick=\"javascript:genesisBlocksShare('http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=How%20far%20is%20Homer%20Glen%20from%20Chicago?&#038;url=https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/', 'Share on Twitter', '600', 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a place that&#8217;s just minutes away from <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/10-chicago-suburbs-with-the-best-downtowns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">downtown Chicago<\/a>, yet feels so far from it? That place is Homer Glen! But, just how far (or, rather,\u00a0<em>how close<\/em>)\u00a0<strong>is it<\/strong>, exactly?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>By Car <\/td><td>42 Minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Public Trans-<br>port<\/td><td>1 hr 30 Minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Walking<\/td><td>9 hrs 43 Minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Biking<\/td><td>3 hrs 4 Minutes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Homer Glen to Chicago commute times<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6729d72a0b799\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6729d72a0b799\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#HOW_FAR_IS_HOMER_GLEN_FROM_CHICAGO\" title=\"HOW FAR IS HOMER GLEN FROM CHICAGO?\">HOW FAR IS HOMER GLEN FROM CHICAGO?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#HOMER_GLEN_FROM_CHICAGO_ROUTES_AND_MODES_OF_TRANSPORTATION\" title=\"HOMER GLEN FROM CHICAGO. ROUTES AND MODES OF TRANSPORTATION\">HOMER GLEN FROM CHICAGO. ROUTES AND MODES OF TRANSPORTATION<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Car\" title=\"Car\">Car<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Public_Transportation\" title=\"Public Transportation\">Public Transportation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Trains_and_connections\" title=\"Trains and connections:\">Trains and connections:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Buses_and_connections\" title=\"Buses and connections:\">Buses and connections:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#WHAT_EXACTLY_DOES_HOMER_GLEN_OFFER_TO_ITS_INHABITANTS\" title=\"WHAT EXACTLY DOES HOMER GLEN OFFER TO ITS INHABITANTS?\">WHAT EXACTLY DOES HOMER GLEN OFFER TO ITS INHABITANTS?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Heritage_Park\" title=\"Heritage Park\">Heritage Park<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Population\" title=\"Population\">Population<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Services\" title=\"Services\">Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Events_and_Activities\" title=\"Events and Activities\">Events and Activities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Other_Data\" title=\"Other Data\">Other Data<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#HOMER_GLEN_AND_CHICAGO_FINAL_THOUGHTS_AND_WRAP-UP\" title=\"HOMER GLEN AND CHICAGO. FINAL THOUGHTS AND WRAP-UP\">HOMER GLEN AND CHICAGO. FINAL THOUGHTS AND WRAP-UP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\/#Have_Questions_Ask_The_Velasco_Reynolds_Team\" title=\"Have Questions? Ask The Velasco Reynolds Team!\">Have Questions? Ask The Velasco Reynolds Team!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-far-is-homer-glen-from-chicago\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOW_FAR_IS_HOMER_GLEN_FROM_CHICAGO\"><\/span><strong>HOW FAR IS HOMER GLEN FROM CHICAGO?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>How Far is Homer Glen from Chicago? <strong>Homer Glen is around 25 miles from Chicago in a southwest direction. By car, the distance is 31 miles approximately if one were to take the I-55 S route. Driving non-stop, the trip could take around 42 minutes taking the shorter route. On public transportation, it can take from 1h 30m to 3hrs.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to know more about how to get from Homer Glen to Chicago, as well as what Homer Glen has to offer, keep reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"homer-glen-from-chicago-routes-and-modes-of-transportation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOMER_GLEN_FROM_CHICAGO_ROUTES_AND_MODES_OF_TRANSPORTATION\"><\/span><strong>HOMER GLEN FROM CHICAGO. ROUTES AND MODES OF TRANSPORTATION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As stated earlier, considering how big the <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/how-many-chicago-suburbs-are-there\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chicago metropolitan area<\/a> is, the distance between Homer Glen and Chicago is considerably short (25 miles).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be stressed, before continuing, that the Chicago metropolitan area is measured at 10,856 sq mi, being deemed as one of the 40 largest urban areas worldwide. Let that sink in for a second!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To illustrate just how short the distance is, let&#8217;s unpack this information a bit more. detailing travel times per mode of transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"car\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Car\"><\/span>Car<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By car, it can take around 42 minutes to get from Homer Glen to Chicago and vice versa (or up to 3 or 4 minutes shorter). This route is the fastest, comprising the Interstate 55 highway in southbound lanes and passing through Hodgkins, IL. The driving distance is 31.6 mi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"public-transportation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Public_Transportation\"><\/span>Public Transportation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With regards to public transportation options, there are various train and bus lines that you may be able to take. The commutes can range from 1h 30m to close to 3h, depending on how you make the connections. These options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"trains-and-connections\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trains_and_connections\"><\/span>Trains and connections:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>SWS<\/strong>&nbsp;(SouthWest Service) is offered by&nbsp;<strong><em>Metra<\/em><\/strong>, a commuter rail system that serves the Chicago metropolitan area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These trains depart from the Chicago Union Station. From Homer Glen, you can take the train at Lemont (a 14-minute drive from the village&#8217;s centermost point), Mokena (also a 14-minute drive), or Oakland Park 179th (an 8-minute drive). You may also take a bus from 159th\/Hidden Valley to the Metra station at 153rd (bus line 832).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"buses-and-connections\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buses_and_connections\"><\/span><strong>Buses and connections:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By bus, it&#8217;s far more accessible. Most bus transfers are supplied by&nbsp;<strong><em>Pace Bus<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;You may take lines&nbsp;<strong>832&nbsp;<\/strong>(near the village center at 159th\/Hidden Valley),&nbsp;<strong>364<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>379&nbsp;<\/strong>(these last two at a 12-minute driving distance from the village center). You may likewise connect with various other buses, trains, and subways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we&#8217;ve dealt with the distances, let&#8217;s dive deeper into the village to see what it has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-exactly-does-homer-glen-offer-to-its-inhabitants\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT_EXACTLY_DOES_HOMER_GLEN_OFFER_TO_ITS_INHABITANTS\"><\/span><strong>WHAT EXACTLY DOES HOMER GLEN OFFER TO ITS INHABITANTS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"heritage-park\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heritage_Park\"><\/span>Heritage Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from its closeness to Chicago&#8217;s bustling city nucleus, its beautiful scenery, and cozy environment, Homer Glen has the trappings of a semi-rural village with the accessibility of more developed towns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s have a closer look at some of the most important data regarding this enigmatic place, including its demography, services, and social activities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"population\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Population\"><\/span><strong>Population<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Homer Glen is a relatively small suburban area considering all that it has to offer, with a population of close to 25,000. The median age is roughly 44 years, which signals a moderately young populace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"services\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Services\"><\/span><strong>Services<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Homer Glen community also boasts of having:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A strong public school system.<\/li><li>Upscaling potential.<\/li><li>Community parks and beyond 1K acres of public land for recreation and contact with nature.<\/li><li>Easy access to a decently-sized Will County Intermodal Transportation Facility.<\/li><li>A municipal sewer and water supply from Lake Michigan.<\/li><li>3 prime commercial corridors situated in a thriving market area that still preserves the semi-rural profile of the village.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"events-and-activities\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Events_and_Activities\"><\/span><strong>Events and Activities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We can&#8217;t forget some of the most memorable festivities you can take part in<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Snowman decorating contest or &#8220;Snowman Lane&#8221; (November 24th, display on December 4th through January 3rd).<\/li><li>Homer for the Holidays, a holiday lighting event (December 4th).<\/li><li>Holiday Crafts &amp; Cocoa (December 11th).<\/li><li>Dress Your Pet Holiday with a photo contest (December 19th).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-data\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Data\"><\/span>Other Data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Median housing value reaches $330,600.<\/li><li>Retail sales tax rate set to 8%, the lowest in all of Chicago&#8217;s southwest suburban region.<\/li><li>Median household income hovering around the $100K area.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about Homer Glen, you can visit the government website at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/homerglenil.org\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/homerglenil.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"homer-glen-and-chicago-final-thoughts-and-wrap-up\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOMER_GLEN_AND_CHICAGO_FINAL_THOUGHTS_AND_WRAP-UP\"><\/span><strong>HOMER GLEN AND CHICAGO. FINAL THOUGHTS AND WRAP-UP<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite being a semi-rural area, Homer Glen is a very accessible option, especially for young adults who wish to have the best of both worlds, to wit: Job opportunities (by its proximity to Chicago&#8217;s downtown) and the joys of suburban life with access to retail establishments, schools, and fun recreational choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to find out more about housing opportunities in Homer Glen, you may contact us anytime and we&#8217;ll send you all relevant information regarding estimates and proceedings: We&#8217;ll present you with the most competitive quotes on the market, coupled with housing offerings you won&#8217;t resist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-cta gb-block-cta\"><div class=\"gb-cta-content\"><h2 class=\"gb-cta-title gb-font-size-32\" style=\"color:#32373c\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Have_Questions_Ask_The_Velasco_Reynolds_Team\"><\/span>Have Questions? Ask The Velasco Reynolds Team! <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div class=\"gb-cta-text gb-font-size-32\" style=\"color:#32373c\"><p>Give us a call to learn more about local areas, discuss selling a house, or tour available homes for sale.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gb-cta-button\"><a href=\"tel:+ 16305349357\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"gb-button gb-button-shape-rounded gb-button-size-medium\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#3373dc\">1-630-534-9357<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What if we told you there was a place that&#8217;s just minutes away from downtown Chicago, yet feels so far from it? That place is Homer Glen! But, just how far (or, rather,\u00a0how close)\u00a0is it, exactly? 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