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How to get fromKankakee to Jolietby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Kankakee to Joliet by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 359 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Kankakee to Homewoodtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Homewood Metra Station to Vermont St & Irving Avebus bus 359
    3. Take the train from Blue Island-Vermont to Joliettrain train Ri
    3h 31m
    $17–30

  2. Drive 35.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Kankakee to Jolietcar car 35.7 mi
    49 min
    $7–10

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Kankakee to Joliettaxi taxi 35.7 mi
    49 min
    $100–130

Kankakee to Joliet by train and bus

Calendar21Weekly Services
Duration3h 31mAverage Duration
Ticket$17Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 69.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Kankakee to Joliet. However, you can take the train to Homewood, walk to Homewood Metra Station, take the line 359 bus to Vermont St & Irving Ave, walk to Blue Island-Vermont, then take the train to Joliet. Alternatively, you can drive from Kankakee to Joliet in around 49 min.

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