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

The cheapest way to get from Palatine to Kankakee is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palatine to Kankakee is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Palatine and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct train from Palatine to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from Palatine and arriving at Kankakee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Palatine to Kankakee?

The distance between Palatine and Kankakee is 84 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palatine to Kankakee without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs $25 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Palatine to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palatine to Kankakee train from?

Palatine to Kankakee train services, operated by Metra, depart from Palatine station.

Where does the Palatine to Kankakee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palatine to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Palatine to Kankakee is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Palatine to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Palatine to Kankakee - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Palatine to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
3h 13m
$26–49
Drive 73.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palatine to Kankakeecar 73.5 mi
1h 41m
$14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palatine to Clybourntrain Up-Nw
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakeebus Chicago / ...
4h 43m
$47–143

Palatine to Kankakee by train and bus

21Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Palatine to Kankakee via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 13m.

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