How to travel from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL

There are 2 options to travel between Kankakee, IL and Chicago, IL including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL is a train with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL:

A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL is by train with an average journey time of 2h 7m.

Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 10m.

The distance from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL is approximately 51 miles (83 km).

The average frequency per day from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL is:

• Around 3 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kankakee, IL and Chicago, IL as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL:

• Trains mostly depart from Kankakee Amtrak, Kankakee, IL and arrive in Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL.
• Buses mostly depart from Kankakee, Frontage Rd N (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center), IL and arrive in Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Chicago, IL by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Chicago, IL by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL:

• 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Kankakee, IL to Chicago, IL often also extend their vacation to go to San Francisco, CA, New York, NY, Indianapolis, IN, Milwaukee, WI, Minneapolis, MN. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chicago, IL and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Chicago, IL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Chicago, IL, you can explore the Museum of Science and Industry and its interactive exhibits, enjoy the vibrant neighborhoods like Wicker Park and Lincoln Park, take a river cruise to view iconic architecture, and attend a live performance at the historic Chicago Theatre. Visit Lincoln Park Zoo for a free and enjoyable day. For sights, don't miss Millennium Park with its modern art, the renowned Art Institute of Chicago, the entertainment hub of Navy Pier, panoramic views from Willis Tower Skydeck, and the fascinating exhibits at the Field Museum.

To fully experience Chicago, IL, plan for at least 3-4 days to visit key attractions such as Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago, Navy Pier, and explore diverse neighborhoods.