What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Iowa City, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago and Stop 340157. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Kankakee is 324 miles. The road distance is 245.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train via Davenport which takes 8h 46m and costs $75 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Kankakee bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Kankakee bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Kankakee bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Kankakee bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Kankakee is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Cedar Rapids to Kankakee - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Davenport
best
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenport
3. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakee
8h 46m
$76–160
Drive 244.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Kankakee244.3 mi
4h 22m
$45–65
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport, train
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)CID - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakee
5h 50m
$50–328
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cedar Rapids Airport to ChicagoWaterloo
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KankakeeSaluki / ...
9h
$58–142
Bus
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee
11h 20m
$82–258
Drive to Dubuque Regional Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)
2. Fly from Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DBQ - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakee
5h 27m
$140–233

Cedar Rapids to Kankakee by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

8h 46mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 322.1 mi
Duration: 8h 46m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Iowa City, Chicago, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago, Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, and Stop 340157 in around 11h 20m.

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