Bus from Kankakee to Champaign: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Kankakee to Champaign on 9 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)Cheapest
Tornado BusBus
Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)
Champaign Bus StopFastest
FlixBusBus
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)No tags
Tornado BusBus
Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)
Champaign Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 01:07 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Kankakee to Champaign

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 hour 21 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1h 21mAverage duration
72 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£7 - £105Average duration1h 20m
3kg CO₂e
Average price£7 - £116Average duration1h 21m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Kankakee to Champaign

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 Champaign?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Kankakee to Champaign start from £7. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 Champaign?

    The average bus journey time from Kankakee to Champaign is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 73 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tornado Bus, Amtrak.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Kankakee to Champaign at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.

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

    A bus journey from Kankakee to Champaign produces an estimated 3 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 Champaign?

    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 5696 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

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

    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 Champaign?

    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.

Best price found
06/01
£77
07/01
£77
Today
£13
09/01
£14
10/01
£13
11/01
£14
12/01
£12
13/01
£77
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to Champaign was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £77 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2026-01-12.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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