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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Kankakee is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Kankakee is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Stop 340157. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Kankakee?

The distance between Waukegan and Kankakee is 94 miles. The road distance is 93.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Kankakee without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $40 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Waukegan to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Kankakee bus from?

Waukegan to Kankakee bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Kankakee train from?

Waukegan to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, depart from Waukegan station.

Train or bus from Waukegan to Kankakee?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Kankakee is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $40 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $28 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Waukegan to Kankakee bus arrive?

Waukegan to Kankakee bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee station.

Where does the Waukegan to Kankakee train arrive?

Waukegan to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Waukegan to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Kankakee is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Waukegan to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tacos Del Norte - KankakeeMilwaukee
2h 40m
$42–133
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KankakeeSaluki / ...
3h 36m
$11–28
Drive 92.6 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Kankakee92.6 mi
1h 59m
$17–25

Waukegan to Kankakee by train and foot

21Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 93.9 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee once daily. Tickets cost $40–140 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waukegan to Kankakee via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 36m.

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