What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Zurich to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Zurich to Kankakee is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Zurich to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Lake Zurich to Kankakee is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct train between Lake Zurich and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Zurich to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Barrington and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Lake Zurich to Kankakee?

The distance between Lake Zurich and Kankakee is 114 miles. The road distance is 81.4 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Zurich to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Zurich to Kankakee without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 11m and costs $100 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Lake Zurich to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Lake Zurich to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Zurich to Kankakee train from?

Lake Zurich to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, depart from Barrington station.

Where does the Lake Zurich to Kankakee train arrive?

Lake Zurich to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Lake Zurich to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Zurich to Kankakee is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Lake Zurich to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Lake Zurich to Kankakee - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Zurich to Kankakee by taxi, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Lake Zurich to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegantaxi
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakeebus Milwaukee
3h 11m
$104–215
Drive 80.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Zurich to Kankakeecar 80.9 mi
1h 53m
$15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Barrington to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
3h 29m
$46–73

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Distance: 113.1 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Lake Zurich, IL, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Lake Zurich to Kankakee via Barrington, Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 29m.

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