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Trip Summary
You can pick from 6 daily train trips between Kankakee and Rochester. The average train journey from Kankakee to Rochester takes 14 hours and 11 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 9 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 309 mi (497 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 30m |
| Lowest price | €116.85 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kankakee to Rochester?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Kankakee to Rochester. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 6 | 14h 11m | €133.19 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 6 Amtrak trains from Kankakee to Rochester every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €117.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kankakee and Rochester is approximately 309 miles, or 497 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 30 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Kankakee to Rochester tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Kankakee at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rochester to Kankakee.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kankakee?
Main departure station: 199 S East Ave
There is one train station in Kankakee.
All train stations in Kankakee:
199 S East Ave
Where is the train station in Rochester?
Main arrival station: Kahler Grand Hotel - 20 2nd Ave SW
Rochester has one train station.
Train stations in Rochester:
Kahler Grand Hotel - 20 2nd Ave SW
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