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

The cheapest way to get from Nashville to Kankakee is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nashville to Kankakee is to fly and train which takes 6h 11m and costs $85 - $410.

How far is it from Nashville to Kankakee?

The distance between Nashville and Kankakee is 461 miles. The road distance is 397.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nashville to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train via Carbondale which takes 8h 56m and costs $110 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Nashville to Kankakee, including transfers.

Can I drive from Nashville to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Nashville to Kankakee is 397 miles. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Nashville to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Nashville to Kankakee - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Nashville to Kankakee by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train via Carbondale
best
1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2521
2. Take the train from Carbondale to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
8h 56m
$113–223
Drive 395 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nashville to Kankakeecar 395 mi
7h 50m
$73–105
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Chicagobus FlixBus 2512
2. Take the train from Homewood to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
12h 26m
$86–165
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane BNA - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
6h 11m
$85–410
Bus, train #2 (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Nashville to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
12h 51m
$94–150
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BNA - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
6h 39m
$122–347
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, train
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane BNA - MKE
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
8h 25m
$144–666

Nashville to Kankakee by bus and train

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Distance: 458.5 mi
Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Nashville, TN, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Nashville to Kankakee. However, you can take the bus to Carbondale Intermodal Station, walk to Carbondale, then take the train to Kankakee. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nashville Bus Station to Kankakee via Chicago, 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay O, Homewood Metra Station, and Homewood in around 12h 26m.

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