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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Kankakee is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Kankakee is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Kankakee?

The distance between Indianapolis and Kankakee is 231 miles. The road distance is 150.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Kankakee without a car is to bus and line 359 bus and train which takes 6h 41m and costs $30 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Indianapolis to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Kankakee train from?

Indianapolis to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Kankakee?

Kankakee is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 9:54 AM in Indianapolis and 8:54 AM in Kankakee.

Where does the Indianapolis to Kankakee train arrive?

Indianapolis to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Kankakee is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Indianapolis to Kankakee.

How do I get a train ticket from Indianapolis to Kankakee?

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Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 12+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Indianapolis to Kankakee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 359 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Indianapolis to Kankakee by bus, train, train (Amtrak), 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.

Bus, line 359 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago
2. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay O to Homewood Metra Station359
3. Take the train from Homewood to Kankakee
6h 41m
$30–106
Drive 149.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Kankakee149.9 mi
2h 42m
$28–40
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KankakeeSaluki / ...
7h 11m
$43–281
Bus, line 359 bus, train via Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago
2. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay O to Homewood Metra Station359
3. Take the train from Homewood to Kankakee
7h 16m
$46–91

Indianapolis to Kankakee by bus and train

21Weekly Services

6h 41mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Indianapolis to Kankakee.

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Distance: 229.4 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Indianapolis to Kankakee via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 11m.

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