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

The cheapest way to get from Kankakee to Iowa City is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kankakee to Iowa City is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Kankakee and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Kankakee to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from Chestnut & N. Schuyler and arriving at Iowa City via Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Kankakee to Iowa City?

The distance between Kankakee and Iowa City is 281 miles. The road distance is 216 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kankakee to Iowa City without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 52m and costs $40 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Kankakee to Iowa City, including transfers.

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

Kankakee to Iowa City bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee station.

Where does the Kankakee to Iowa City bus arrive?

Kankakee to Iowa City bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Chicago station.

Can I drive from Kankakee to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Kankakee to Iowa City is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Kankakee to Iowa City.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 49+ hotels available in Iowa City.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kankakee to Iowa City by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123 / ...
6h 52m
$42–80
Drive 214.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kankakee to Iowa Citycar 214.8 mi
3h 55m
$40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123 / ...
9h 23m
$74–194

Kankakee to Iowa City by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

6h 52mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kankakee to Iowa City.

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Distance: 279.4 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Chestnut & N. Schuyler to Iowa City via Stop 340157, Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, Tornado Bus Co - Chicago, California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Jefferson & Harrison, and Chicago Bus Station in around 9h 23m.

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