What is the cheapest way to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between University of Chicago and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Chicago to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Cottage Grove & 58th Street and arriving at Chestnut & N. Schuyler via 35th Street & Cottage Grove, Chicago and Stop 340157. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between University of Chicago and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from University of Chicago to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from 55th - 56th - 57th St. and arriving at Kankakee via Homewood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from University of Chicago to Kankakee?

The distance between University of Chicago and Kankakee is 50 miles. The road distance is 53.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs .

How long does it take to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University of Chicago to Kankakee bus from?

University of Chicago to Kankakee bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from 35th Street & Cottage Grove station.

Where do I catch the University of Chicago to Kankakee train from?

University of Chicago to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, depart from 55th - 56th - 57th St. station.

Train or bus from University of Chicago to Kankakee?

The best way to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can line 35 bus and bus, which costs $35 - $140 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the University of Chicago to Kankakee bus arrive?

University of Chicago to Kankakee bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at California & 35th Street station.

Where does the University of Chicago to Kankakee train arrive?

University of Chicago to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Homewood station.

Can I drive from University of Chicago to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Chicago to Kankakee is 53 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from University of Chicago to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

University of Chicago to Kankakee - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 35 bus

There are 4 ways to get from University of Chicago to Kankakee by train (Amtrak), bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from 55th - 56th - 57th St. to HomewoodMe
2. Take the train from Homewood to KankakeeSaluki / ...
2h 23m
Drive 53 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from University of Chicago to Kankakee53 mi
59 min
$10–14
Line 35 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 35th Street & Cottage Grove to California & 35th Street35
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Tacos Del Norte - KankakeeChicago / ...
3h 55m
$38–133
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from University of Chicago to Kankakee53 mi
59 min
$150–180

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Distance: 49.9 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between University of Chicago, IL, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from University of Chicago to Kankakee via 55th - 56th - 57th St. and Homewood in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from University of Chicago to Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Cottage Grove & 58th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, California & 35th Street, Chicago, Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, and Stop 340157 in around 3h 55m.

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