What is the cheapest way to get from Kankakee to Grand Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Kankakee to Grand Rapids is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kankakee to Grand Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Kankakee to Grand Rapids is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Kankakee and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct train from Kankakee to Grand Rapids station. However, there are services departing from Kankakee and arriving at Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Kankakee to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Kankakee and Grand Rapids is 234 miles. The road distance is 202 miles.

How do I travel from Kankakee to Grand Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Kankakee to Grand Rapids without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $45 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Kankakee to Grand Rapids?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Kankakee to Grand Rapids, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kankakee to Grand Rapids train from?

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

What is the time difference between Kankakee and Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids is 1h ahead of Kankakee. It is currently 3:21 AM in Kankakee and 4:21 AM in Grand Rapids.

Where does the Kankakee to Grand Rapids train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kankakee to Grand Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Kankakee to Grand Rapids is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Kankakee to Grand Rapids.

How do I get a train ticket from Kankakee to Grand Rapids?

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Where can I stay near Grand Rapids?

There are 176+ hotels available in Grand Rapids.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kankakee to Grand Rapids by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, plane, 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain Pere Marquette
6h 33m
$47–118
Train, line 359 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Homewoodtrain
2. Take the bus from Homewood Metra Station to 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay Obus 359
3. Take the bus from Chicago to South Havenbus
4. Take the bus from South Haven Potatoes Plus to Greyhound Grand Rapidsbus
7h 40m
$32–70
Drive 200.8 mi
1. Drive from Kankakee to Grand Rapidscar 200.8 mi
3h 25m
$37–53
Train, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Homewoodtrain
2. Take the train from Homewood to Van Buren St.train
3. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Muskegon (MKG)plane ORD - MKG
4. Take the taxi from Muskegon (MKG) to Grand Rapidstaxi
5h 24m
$148–252

Kankakee to Grand Rapids by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

6h 33mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.2 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Kankakee, IL, USA and Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Kankakee to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 33m.

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