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

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Kankakee is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Kankakee is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct train between Charleston and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Charleston station to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Mattoon Amtrak Station and arriving at Kankakee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Charleston to Kankakee?

The distance between Charleston and Kankakee is 129 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charleston to Kankakee without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $90 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Charleston to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Kankakee train from?

Charleston to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Mattoon Amtrak Station.

Where does the Charleston to Kankakee train arrive?

Charleston to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kankakee station.

Can I drive from Charleston to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Kankakee is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Charleston to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 16+ hotels available in Kankakee.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
2h 14m
$92–138
Drive 124.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charleston to Kankakeecar 124.8 mi
2h 17m
$21–30
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Charleston to Phillips Gas Station - Arcolataxi
2. Take the bus from Phillips Gas Station - Arcola to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakeebus Querétaro / ...
3h 12m
$77–109

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Distance: 128.2 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Kankakee 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–100 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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