Gary to Kankakee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gary from Kankakee?

The distance from Gary to Kankakee is 42.2 miles (67.9 km) as the crow flies. Kankakee is located SW of Gary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 54.9 miles, taking about 1h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — Gary in Indiana and Kankakee in Illinois.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gary and Kankakee. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.