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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Newbern to Kankakee per day. The average train journey from Newbern to Kankakee takes 6 hours and 49 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 354 mi (570 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 49m |
| Lowest price | $86.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak City of New Orleans |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from Newbern to Kankakee?
Amtrak City of New Orleans is the one and only train line which connects Newbern to Kankakee. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak City of New Orleans | 1 | 6h 49m | $95.50 |
The City of New Orleans is an Amtrak route that runs daily trains from Chicago to New Orleans and vice versa. The City of New Orleans includes a sightseer lounge with panoramic windows for the best views of the five states along the route. Affordable Coach seats cost about for a trip from Newbern to Kankakee. However, the City of New Orleans also offers private roomettes and bedrooms for added comfort and luxury (and a higher price). Passengers who book sleeper accommodations will enjoy included meals, and all passengers can stop into the cafe car to purchase meals and snacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Newbern and Kankakee is approximately 354 miles, or 570 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 49 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 Newbern to Kankakee tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Newbern at 12:00am and arrives in Kankakee around 6 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Kankakee with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Kankakee to Newbern.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newbern?
Main departure station: 108 Jefferson St
There is one train station in Newbern.
All train stations in Newbern:
108 Jefferson St
Where is the train station in Kankakee?
Main arrival station: 199 S East Ave
Kankakee has one train station.
All train stations in Kankakee:
199 S East Ave
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