Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Kankakee to Chicago on 3 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	05:13	Kankakee, IL	2h 2m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train	05:13	Kankakee, IL	2h 2m	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train	07:13	Kankakee, IL	2h 2m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train	11:31	Kankakee, IL	1h 29m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL
Train	20:14	Kankakee, IL	1h 31m	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL

Compare 2 ways to travel from Kankakee to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just TRY 801, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1hAverage duration

79 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceTRY 801 - TRY 7,296	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceTRY 397 - TRY 1,189	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,476 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6476 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 397

Amtrak Kankakee Chicago recent customer reviews

Very bade

Boudjellal M.

12 May 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kankakee to Chicago by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Kankakee to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to Chicago start from TRY 397. The average price for this train route is around TRY 694. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kankakee to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Kankakee to Chicago is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 87 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kankakee to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kankakee to Chicago?
The earliest train from Kankakee to Chicago departs at 05:33. And the latest train departs at 20:14.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

31/08

TRY 397

01/09

TRY 298

Today

TRY 397

03/09

TRY 496

04/09

TRY 892

05/09

TRY 347

06/09

TRY 496

07/09

TRY 347

The cheapest trip from Kankakee to Chicago was searched and found on 1 Sept 2026 with a price of TRY 298

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kankakee to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 298 to TRY 8,223 for a train ticket from Kankakee to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 347, which is on 2026-09-05.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kankakee to Chicago?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h	Avg priceTRY 974	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 31m	Avg priceTRY 694	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Kankakee and Chicago is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost TRY 694 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from TRY 397. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the train, as it will take you from Kankakee to Chicago in about 1h – that's the fastest way to get there!