The average train between Kankakee and Gary takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Kankakee to Gary. 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 Kankakee and Gary. The earliest departure is at 7:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kankakee is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Gary at 12:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Homewood and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kankakee to Gary? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kankakee to Gary. However, there are services departing from Kankakee station and arriving at Gary station via Homewood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Kankakee to Gary train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kankakee station.
Kankakee to Gary train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Gary Metro Center station.
The distance between Kankakee and Gary is 67.9 km. The road distance is 117 km.
You can take a train from Kankakee to Gary Metro Center via Homewood and 57th St. in around 3h 15m.