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

The cheapest way to get from Jacksonville to Kankakee is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 18h.

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

The fastest way to get from Jacksonville to Kankakee is to fly and train which takes 7h 23m and costs $150 - $500.

Is there a direct train between Jacksonville and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Jacksonville to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 46m.

How far is it from Jacksonville to Kankakee?

The distance between Jacksonville and Kankakee is 940 miles. The road distance is 954.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Jacksonville to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train which takes 25h 16m and costs $160 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Jacksonville to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jacksonville to Kankakee train from?

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

What is the time difference between Jacksonville and Kankakee?

Kankakee is 1h behind Jacksonville. It is currently 6:55 PM in Jacksonville and 5:55 PM in Kankakee.

Where does the Jacksonville to Kankakee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jacksonville to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Jacksonville to Kankakee is 954 miles. It takes approximately 18h to drive from Jacksonville to Kankakee.

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

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Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Jacksonville to Kankakee - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Jacksonville to Kankakee by plane, train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane JAX - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
7h 23m
$154–491
Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, bus, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane JAX - BMI
2. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Kankakeetrain
10h 52m
$121–539
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicagobus
3. Take the train from Homewood to Kankakeetrain
25h 16m
$168–343
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
38h 46m
$489–1,043
Drive 948.6 mi
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Kankakeecar 948.6 mi
18h
$174–251
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane JAX - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
7h 53m
$201–548

Jacksonville to Kankakee by bus and train

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25h 16mAverage Duration

$168Cheapest Price

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Distance: 934.3 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Jacksonville, FL, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from State St + Davis St to Kankakee via Amtrak Station, Jacksonville, and Chicago Union Station in around 38h 46m.

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