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

The cheapest way to get from Rockford to Kankakee is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rockford to Kankakee is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Rockford and Kankakee?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockford to Kankakee. However, there are services departing from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal and arriving at Chestnut & N. Schuyler via Jackson & Clinton, State & Jackson, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, Chicago and Stop 340157. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Rockford to Kankakee?

The distance between Rockford and Kankakee is 149 miles. The road distance is 127.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rockford to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 32m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Rockford to Kankakee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockford to Kankakee bus from?

Rockford to Kankakee bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal station.

Where does the Rockford to Kankakee bus arrive?

Rockford to Kankakee bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

Can I drive from Rockford to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockford to Kankakee is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Rockford to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kankakee.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain Saluki / ...
4h 32m
$58–104
Drive 127 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rockford to Kankakeecar 127 mi
2h 37m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Tacos Del Norte - Kankakeebus Chicago / ...
6h 12m
$82–201

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a vehicle from Rockford to Chestnut & N. Schuyler via 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal, W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, Jackson & Clinton, Jackson & Dearborn, State & Jackson, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, California & 35th Street, Chicago, Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee, and Stop 340157 in around 6h 12m.

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