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

The cheapest way to get from Michigan City to Kankakee is to train and line 55 bus and bus which costs $16 - $18 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Michigan City to Kankakee is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct train between Michigan City and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Michigan City to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from 11th St. and arriving at Kankakee via 55th - 56th - 57th St. and Homewood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Michigan City to Kankakee?

The distance between Michigan City and Kankakee is 98 miles. The road distance is 81.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Michigan City to Kankakee without a car is to train via Homewood which takes 3h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Michigan City to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Michigan City to Kankakee train from?

Michigan City to Kankakee train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from 11th St. station.

Where does the Michigan City to Kankakee train arrive?

Michigan City to Kankakee train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at 57th St. station.

Can I drive from Michigan City to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Michigan City to Kankakee is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Michigan City to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 14+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Michigan City to Kankakee - 4 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Michigan City to Kankakee by train (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Homewood
best
1. Take the train from 11th St. to 57th St.Ssl
2. Take the train from 55th - 56th - 57th St. to HomewoodMe
3. Take the train from Homewood to Kankakee
3h 42m
Drive 81.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Michigan City to Kankakee81.3 mi
1h 34m
$15–22
Train, line 55 bus, bus
1. Take the train from 11th Street to 57th St.
2. Take the bus from Museum of Science & Industry to Midway Orange Line Station55
3. Take the bus from Midway Airport to Manteno Metro CentreMid
6h 25m
$16–17
Train
1. Take the train from 11th Street to Van Buren St.Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KankakeeSaluki / ...
3h 47m
$22–38

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Michigan City to Kankakee.

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Distance: 97.4 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Michigan City, IN, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a train from 11th St. to Kankakee via 55th - 56th - 57th St. and Homewood in around 3h 42m.

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