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Trip Overview

The train between Kankakee and New Orleans takes 18h 24m. There is at least one train per day from Kankakee to New Orleans. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

18h 24m
Duration
876 mi
Distance
$550
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Kankakee to New Orleans train times

Trains run once daily between Kankakee and New Orleans. The service departs Kankakee at 9:23 PM at night, which arrives into New Orleans at 15:47:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 18h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kankakee to New Orleans? 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.

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  • Distance: 875.7 mi
  • Duration: 18h 24m

What companies run services between Kankakee, IL, USA and New Orleans, LA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Kankakee to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $480–750 and the journey takes 18h 24m.

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