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

The cheapest way to get from Kankakee to DeKalb is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kankakee to DeKalb is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Kankakee and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Kankakee to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Chestnut & N. Schuyler and arriving at Dekalb via Mall, Manteno Metro Centre, Midway Orange Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Kankakee to DeKalb?

The distance between Kankakee and DeKalb is 119 miles. The road distance is 86.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kankakee to DeKalb without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs $12 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Kankakee to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kankakee to DeKalb bus from?

Kankakee to DeKalb bus services, operated by River Valley Metro, depart from Manteno Metro Centre station.

Train or bus from Kankakee to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Kankakee to DeKalb is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs $12 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $45 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Kankakee to DeKalb bus arrive?

Kankakee to DeKalb bus services, operated by River Valley Metro, arrive at Midway Airport station.

Can I drive from Kankakee to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Kankakee to DeKalb is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Kankakee to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 10+ hotels available in DeKalb.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Chicago Union StationSaluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburnUp-W
5h 5m
$13–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manteno Metro Centre to Midway AirportMid
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to DekalbGreyhound US0155S
7h 39m
$28–45
Drive 85.8 mi
1. Drive from Kankakee to DeKalb85.8 mi
1h 53m
$16–23

Kankakee to DeKalb by train, foot, and bus

21Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kankakee to DeKalb.

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Distance: 118.1 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Kankakee to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Chicago Union Station, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chestnut & N. Schuyler to Dekalb via Mall, Manteno Metro Centre, Midway Airport, Midway Orange Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Jefferson & Harrison, and Chicago Bus Station in around 7h 39m.

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