What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kankakee is to drive which costs $55 - $90 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kankakee is to fly and train which takes 4h 31m and costs $120 - $750.

How far is it from Des Moines to Kankakee?

The distance between Des Moines and Kankakee is 381 miles. The road distance is 326.8 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 25m and costs $65 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Des Moines to Kankakee, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Kankakee is 327 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Des Moines to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 12+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Des Moines to Kankakee - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Kankakee by plane, train, bus, or car

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

Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
4h 54m
$87–435
Drive 324.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Kankakeecar 324.9 mi
5h 45m
$60–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
9h 25m
$66–128
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
4h 31m
$127–705

Des Moines to Kankakee by bus, foot, and train

19Weekly Services

9h 25mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Kankakee.

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Distance: 379.2 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Kankakee. However, you can take the taxi to Des-Moines-Airport-DSM airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), walk to O'Hare, take the subway to LaSalle, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Kankakee. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Kankakee via Chicago Bus Station and Chicago Union Station in around 9h 25m.

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