What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Kankakee is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Kankakee is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago and Stop 340157. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Kankakee?

The distance between Iowa City and Kankakee is 281 miles. The road distance is 216.1 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa City to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 5m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Iowa City to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa City to Kankakee bus from?

Iowa City to Kankakee bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Kankakee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa City to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Kankakee is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Iowa City to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 12+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Iowa City to Kankakee - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
7h 5m
$39–80
Drive 214.9 mi
1. Drive from Iowa City to Kankakeecar 214.9 mi
3h 57m
$40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakeebus Chicago / ...
9h 4m
$72–192

Iowa City to Kankakee by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

7h 5mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa City to Kankakee.

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Distance: 279.5 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Chicago Bus Station, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago, Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, and Stop 340157 in around 9h 4m.

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