What is the cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Kankakee is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Kankakee is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Downers Grove and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Downers Grove to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Downers Grove and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Downers Grove to Kankakee?

The distance between Downers Grove and Kankakee is 78 miles. The road distance is 54.6 miles.

How do I travel from Downers Grove to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Kankakee without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $22 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Downers Grove to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Downers Grove to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Kankakee bus from?

Downers Grove to Kankakee bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Yorktown Center station.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Kankakee train from?

Downers Grove to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, depart from Downers Grove station.

Train or bus from Downers Grove to Kankakee?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Kankakee is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $22 - $50. Alternatively, you can line 322 bus and bus, which costs $40 - $140 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Downers Grove to Kankakee bus arrive?

Downers Grove to Kankakee bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Line.

Where does the Downers Grove to Kankakee train arrive?

Downers Grove to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Downers Grove to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Downers Grove to Kankakee is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Downers Grove to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Downers Grove to Kankakee - 3 ways to travel via train, line 322 bus, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Downers Grove and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct bus from Downers Grove to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Main St & Ogden Ave and arriving at Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Yorktown Center, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago and Stop 340157. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Downers Grove to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
3h 3m
$22–45
Drive 54.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downers Grove to Kankakeecar 54.3 mi
1h 14m
$10–15
Line 322 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Yorktown Center to 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Linebus 322
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakeebus Chicago / ...
5h 2m
$42–137

Downers Grove to Kankakee by train

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Downers Grove, IL, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Downers Grove to Kankakee via Chicago Union Station in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St & Ogden Ave to Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Yorktown Center, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago, Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, and Stop 340157 in around 5h 2m.

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