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

The cheapest way to get from Joliet to Kankakee is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Joliet to Kankakee is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Joliet and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Joliet to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Joliet and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Joliet to Kankakee?

The distance between Joliet and Kankakee is 97 miles. The road distance is 35.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joliet to Kankakee without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $13 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Joliet to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Kankakee train from?

Joliet to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, depart from Joliet station.

Where does the Joliet to Kankakee train arrive?

Joliet to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, arrive at LaSalle Street station.

Can I drive from Joliet to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Joliet to Kankakee is 36 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Joliet to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Joliet to Kankakee - 4 ways to travel via train, line 832 bus, and line 364 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Joliet to Kankakee by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle StreetRi
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KankakeeSaluki / ...
3h 31m
$14–31
Drive 35.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joliet to Kankakee35.6 mi
48 min
$7–10
Line 832 bus, line 364 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Joliet Union Station to Herion Way at Wheeler832
2. Take the bus from Herion Way at Wheeler to 159th St & Kedzie Ave364
3. Take the train from Homewood to Kankakee
4h 12m
$10–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Joliet to Kankakee35.6 mi
48 min
$100–130

Joliet to Kankakee by train and foot

21Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.8 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Joliet to Kankakee via LaSalle Street and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 31m.

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