Bus from Kankakee to Carbondale: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Kankakee to Carbondale on 3 December
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Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
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Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
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FlixBusBus
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
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FlixBusBus
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
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FlixBusBus
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kankakee to Carbondale

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
4h 20mAverage duration
245 milesDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£42 - £102Average duration7h 20m
10kg CO₂e
Average price£24 - £212Average duration4h 20m
36kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Kankakee to Carbondale

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Kankakee to Carbondale?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Kankakee to Carbondale start from £42. The average price for this route is around £57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Kankakee to Carbondale?

    The average bus journey time from Kankakee to Carbondale is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 246 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Kankakee to Carbondale route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kankakee to Carbondale?

    The earliest bus departs from Kankakee to Carbondale at 09:27. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kankakee to Carbondale?

    A bus journey from Kankakee to Carbondale produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Kankakee to Carbondale?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Kankakee to Carbondale?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Kankakee to Carbondale?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kankakee to Carbondale?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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£41
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£33
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to Carbondale was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £33

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

You can expect to pay from £33 to £41 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2025-12-04.

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