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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Kankakee is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Kankakee is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Detroit to Kankakee?

The distance between Detroit and Kankakee is 338 miles. The road distance is 307.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Kankakee without a car is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs $110 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Detroit to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Kankakee train from?

Detroit to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Kankakee?

Kankakee is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 2:01 PM in Detroit and 1:01 PM in Kankakee.

Where does the Detroit to Kankakee train arrive?

Detroit to Kankakee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Kankakee is 308 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Detroit to Kankakee.

How do I get a train ticket from Detroit to Kankakee?

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Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Detroit to Kankakee - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Kankakee by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
7h 17m
$111–223
Drive 305.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit to Kankakeecar 305.7 mi
5h 6m
$56–81
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
8h 54m
$120–192
Fly Detroit to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
6h 13m
$155–510
Bus, train via Homewood
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicagobus FlixBus 2552
2. Take the train from Homewood to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
10h 41m
$64–111
Fly Detroit to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
6h 28m
$172–597
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FNT - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
7h 13m
$59–290
Bus to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane CLE - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
8h 47m
$106–477

Detroit to Kankakee by train (Amtrak)

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7h 17mAverage Duration

$111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 336.3 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit to Kankakee via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 17m.

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