Trains tickets from Kankakee to Kansas City, MO

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Next departures to Kansas City

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, IL
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, IL
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, IL
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Kansas City

Average PriceUS$77 - US$160Average Duration11h 20m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$178 - US$602Average Duration10h 17m
56kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kankakee to Kansas City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
11h 20mAverage Duration
US$77Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Kankakee to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$207
Average train trip duration10h 17m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:13am
Distance614 km
Latest train departure11:31am

Kankakee to Kansas City Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kankakee - Kansas City, MO

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Kankakee to Kansas City cost?

    The average train ticket price from Kankakee to Kansas City is US$207. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Kankakee to Kansas City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Kankakee to Kansas City?

    A train trip between Kankakee and Kansas City is around 10h 17m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 615 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Kankakee and Kansas City?

    The number of trains from Kankakee to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Kankakee to Kansas City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Kankakee to Kansas City?

    When taking the train from Kankakee to Kansas City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to Kansas City was searched and found on Jul 18, 2025 with a price of US$174

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

You can expect to pay from US$174 to US$286 for a train ticket from Kankakee to Kansas City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$174 which is on 2025-07-18.

About Train Travel

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Kansas City, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Kankakee and Kansas City, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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