Train from New York City to Kankakee: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from New York City to Kankakee on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Kankakee, ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Kankakee, ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Kankakee, ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Kankakee, ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
Kankakee, ILNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Kankakee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 7hAverage duration
723 milesDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£85 - £213Average duration1d 7h
29kg CO₂e
Average price£161 - £1,469Average duration1d 7h
106kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Kankakee by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from New York City to Kankakee?

    The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Kankakee start from £161. The average price for this train route is around £252. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from New York City to Kankakee?

    The average train journey time from New York City to Kankakee is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 723 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the New York City to Kankakee route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New York City to Kankakee?

    The earliest train from New York City to Kankakee departs at 06:40. And the latest train departs at 15:40.

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 New York City to Kankakee was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £155

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

You can expect to pay from £155 to £925 for a train ticket from New York City to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £155, which is on 2025-12-14.

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