What is the cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Kankakee is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Kankakee is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Kankakee?

The distance between Cincinnati and Kankakee is 353 miles. The road distance is 259.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cincinnati to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 20m and costs $45 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Cincinnati to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Cincinnati to Kankakee, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Kankakee?

Kankakee is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 2:46 PM in Cincinnati and 1:46 PM in Kankakee.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Kankakee is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Cincinnati to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 10+ hotels available in Kankakee.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cincinnati 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
best
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2514
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
8h 20m
$48–100
Drive 257.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Kankakeecar 257.7 mi
4h 30m
$47–68
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
10h 40m
$57–175
Fly Covington to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CVG - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
6h 20m
$68–422
Fly Covington to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane CVG - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
5h 52m
$90–578
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane SDF - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
6h 9m
$88–485

Cincinnati to Kankakee by bus, foot, and train

6Weekly Services

8h 20mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Kankakee.

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Distance: 351.1 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Cincinnati to Kankakee. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Kankakee. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati to Kankakee via Indianapolis, Indianapolis, and Chicago Union Station in around 10h 40m.

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