What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Kankakee is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Kankakee is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011 and arriving at Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Lafayette Amtrak Station, Clark & Van Buren, Sox-35th Red Line Station, Chicago and Stop 340157. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Kankakee?

The distance between Purdue University and Kankakee is 180 miles. The road distance is 82.5 miles.

How do I travel from Purdue University to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Kankakee without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Purdue University to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Kankakee bus from?

Purdue University to Kankakee bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Purdue University to Kankakee?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Kankakee is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $190 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Purdue University to Kankakee bus arrive?

Purdue University to Kankakee bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Purdue University and Kankakee?

Kankakee is 1h behind Purdue University. It is currently 8:14 PM in Purdue University and 7:14 PM in Kankakee.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Kankakee is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Purdue University to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Purdue University to Kankakee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KankakeeSaluki / ...
6h 49m
$48–92
Drive 82 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Kankakee82 mi
1h 54m
$15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Tacos Del Norte - KankakeeChicago / ...
7h 49m
$67–183
Bus, line 330 bus
1. Take the bus from Co-Rec Circle Drive to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Take the bus from O'Hare MMF Bay 8 to Archer/Harlem330
3. Take the bus from Midway Airport to Manteno Metro CentreMid
9h 14m
$65–82

Purdue University to Kankakee by foot, bus, and train (Amtrak)

3Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.9 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Kankakee via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Clark & Van Buren, Wentworth & 35th Street, Sox-35th Red Line Station, California & 35th Street, Chicago, Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, and Stop 340157 in around 7h 49m.

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