How to get from Kankakee to Chicago by bus and train?

From Kankakee to Chicago by bus and train

To get from Kankakee to Chicago in Chicago, take the SALUKI train from Kankakee station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Clinton (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Kankakee may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

121min
Walk to train station
Train - SALUKISALUKI
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Kankakee

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Kankakee
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - SALUKISALUKI
    Wait for train
    SALUKI
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    89 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Kankakee to Chicago by bus and train via SALUKI, 126 and 49

To get from Kankakee to Chicago you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SALUKI train from Kankakee station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 126 bus and finally take the 49 bus from Western & Jackson (North) station to Western & Madison (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Kankakee may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to train station
Train - SALUKISALUKI
Bus - 126
126
Bus - 49
49
Leaves from Kankakee

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Kankakee
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - SALUKISALUKI
    Wait for train
    SALUKI
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    89 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Jackson & Austin Terminal (Ne)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Western (West)
    ID 15860
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Jackson (North)
    ID 14770
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Western & Madison (North)
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Madison (North)
    ID 8379
    2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kankakee to Chicago

The distance between Kankakee and Chicago is approximately 59.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 121 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kankakee to Chicago by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Kankakee to Chicago

To check the bus and train schedule from Kankakee to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kankakee) and destination (Chicago), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Kankakee to Chicago by bus and train via SALUKI, 126 and 49

To get from Kankakee to Chicago you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SALUKI train from Kankakee station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 126 bus and finally take the 49 bus from Western & Jackson (North) station to Western & Madison (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Kankakee may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to train station
Train - SALUKISALUKI
Bus - 126
126
Bus - 49
49
Leaves from Kankakee

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Kankakee
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - SALUKISALUKI
    Wait for train
    SALUKI
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    89 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Jackson & Austin Terminal (Ne)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Western (West)
    ID 15860
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Jackson (North)
    ID 14770
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Western & Madison (North)
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Madison (North)
    ID 8379
    2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kankakee to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 121 minutes, using Train line SALUKI, Bus line 20.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Kankakee to Chicago?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Train line SALUKI, Bus line 126, Bus line 49.

  • Is there a direct train between Kankakee and Chicago in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Kankakee to Chicago in Chicago?

    The SALUKI train line goes from Kankakee station near Kankakee in Chicago to Chicago station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Chicago station near Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kankakee to Chicago in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Kankakee and Chicago by train and bus is about 2 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Kankakee to get to Chicago in Chicago?

    Get on the SALUKI train from the Kankakee station near Kankakee in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Kankakee and Chicago in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Chicago stop, which is closest to Chicago.

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