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

The cheapest way to get from Kankakee to Joliet is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kankakee to Joliet is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Kankakee and Joliet?

No, there is no direct train from Kankakee to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Kankakee and arriving at Joliet via LaSalle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Kankakee to Joliet?

The distance between Kankakee and Joliet is 97 miles. The road distance is 35.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kankakee to Joliet without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $12 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Kankakee to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kankakee to Joliet train from?

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

Where does the Kankakee to Joliet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kankakee to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Kankakee to Joliet is 36 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Kankakee to Joliet.

Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 69+ hotels available in Joliet.

Kankakee to Joliet - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Kankakee to Joliet by train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
3h 24m
$12–27
Drive 35.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kankakee to Jolietcar 35.7 mi
49 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kankakee to Joliettaxi 35.7 mi
49 min
$100–130

Kankakee to Joliet by train and foot

21Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.8 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Kankakee to Joliet via Chicago Union Station and LaSalle Street in around 3h 24m.

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