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

The cheapest way to get from Kankakee to Chicago is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kankakee to Chicago is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct train between Kankakee and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kankakee and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Kankakee to Chicago?

The distance between Kankakee and Chicago is 56 miles. The road distance is 58.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kankakee to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $12 - $28.

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

The train from Kankakee to Chicago Union Station takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kankakee to Chicago train from?

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

Where does the Kankakee to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kankakee to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Kankakee to Chicago is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Kankakee to Chicago.

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

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Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1304+ hotels available in Chicago.

Kankakee to Chicago - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kankakee to Chicago by train (Amtrak) or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
1h 29m
$12–28
Drive 58 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kankakee to Chicagocar 58 mi
1h 5m
$11–16
Train via Homewood
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Homewoodtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Homewood to Van Buren St.train Me
1h 54m
$11–22

Kankakee to Chicago by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

1h 29mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Kankakee to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $12–28 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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