What is the cheapest way to get from Kankakee to South Shore?

The cheapest way to get from Kankakee to South Shore is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kankakee to South Shore?

The fastest way to get from Kankakee to South Shore is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct train between Kankakee and South Shore?

No, there is no direct train from Kankakee to South Shore. However, there are services departing from Kankakee and arriving at 55th - 56th - 57th St. via Homewood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Kankakee to South Shore?

The distance between Kankakee and South Shore is 52 miles. The road distance is 52.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kankakee to South Shore without a car?

The best way to get from Kankakee to South Shore without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $17 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Kankakee to South Shore?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Kankakee to South Shore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kankakee to South Shore train from?

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

Where does the Kankakee to South Shore train arrive?

Kankakee to South Shore train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Homewood station.

Can I drive from Kankakee to South Shore?

Yes, the driving distance between Kankakee to South Shore is 53 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Kankakee to South Shore.

Where can I stay near South Shore?

There are 1227+ hotels available in South Shore.

Kankakee to South Shore - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kankakee to South Shore by train (Amtrak), car, taxi, train, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Homewoodtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Homewood to 55th - 56th - 57th St.train Me
2h 5m
$17–29
Drive 52.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kankakee to South Shorecar 52.3 mi
59 min
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kankakee to South Shoretaxi 52.3 mi
59 min
$140–180
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington & Jefferson to Jeffery & 75th Streetbus J14
2h 17m
$21–40

Kankakee to South Shore by train and bus

21Weekly Services

2h 5mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.8 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Kankakee, IL, USA and South Shore, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Kankakee to Jeffery & 73rd Street via Homewood, 55th - 56th - 57th St., and Stony Island & 56th Street in around 2h 5m.

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