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Trip Overview

The average train between Kankakee and Manhattan takes 6h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Kankakee to Manhattan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 10m
Duration
96 mi
Distance
$42
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Kankakee to Manhattan train times

Trains run twice daily between Kankakee and Manhattan. The earliest departure is at 11:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kankakee is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Manhattan at 12:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra4h 45m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 8m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra4h 45m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra13h 29m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 8m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra4h 45m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 8m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra4h 45m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 8m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetra4h 45m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kankakee to Manhattan? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Kankakee to Manhattan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 95.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a train from Kankakee to Manhattan via Chicago Union Station in around 3h 46m.

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