The average train between Chicago and Kankakee takes 1h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Chicago to Kankakee. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Chicago and Kankakee. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Kankakee at 9:21 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago station and arriving at Kankakee station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.
Chicago to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Chicago to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kankakee station.
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The distance between Chicago and Kankakee is 86.2 km. The road distance is 90 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakee 3 times a day. Tickets cost $15–35 and the journey takes 1h 11m.
