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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Kankakee is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Kankakee is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago and Stop 340157. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Kankakee?

The distance between DeKalb and Kankakee is 119 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Kankakee without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $14 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from DeKalb to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Kankakee bus from?

DeKalb to Kankakee bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Kankakee?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Kankakee is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $14 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 60 bus, which costs $55 - $160 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the DeKalb to Kankakee bus arrive?

DeKalb to Kankakee bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Kankakee is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from DeKalb to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

DeKalb to Kankakee - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 60 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from DeKalb to Kankakee by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCUp-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KankakeeSaluki / ...
4h 48m
$14–36
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Harrison & Jefferson to Cicero & 24th Place Terminal60
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee
5h 49m
$57–160
Drive 86 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Kankakee86 mi
1h 54m
$16–23

DeKalb to Kankakee by bus, train, and foot

21Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between DeKalb, IL, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to Kankakee via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, Chicago OTC, and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dekalb to Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Chicago Bus Station, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago, Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, and Stop 340157 in around 5h 49m.

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