Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Kankakee on 13 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	23:21	Kankakee, IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	23:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Kankakee on 14 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	22:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	23:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	22:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	23:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Kankakee on 15 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	22:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	23:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	22:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	23:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Kankakee on 16 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	22:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	23:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	22:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	23:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Kankakee on 17 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Kankakee on 18 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	08:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 11m	09:26	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 10m	17:15	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	20:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 16m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:09 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Kankakee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 1 hour 11 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 629, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1h 11mAverage duration

87 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceRUB 1,263 - RUB 12,805	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceRUB 629 - RUB 1,885	Average duration1h 11m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,843 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5843 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 RUB 629

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Kankakee start from RUB 629. The average price for this train route is around RUB 1,100. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Kankakee?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Kankakee is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 87 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Kankakee?
The earliest train from Chicago to Kankakee departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 22:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/07

RUB 943

12/07

RUB 1,728

Today

RUB 943

14/07

RUB 629

15/07

RUB 550

16/07

RUB 472

17/07

RUB 786

18/07

RUB 786

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Kankakee was searched and found on 16 Jul 2026 with a price of RUB 472

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

You can expect to pay from RUB 472 to RUB 13,038 for a train ticket from Chicago to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 472, which is on 2026-07-16.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 15m	Avg priceRUB 11,568	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 11m	Avg priceRUB 1,100	Daily departures3

The best way to travel between Chicago and Kankakee is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost RUB 1,100 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from RUB 629. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kankakee, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Kankakee in about 1h 11m – that's the fastest way to get there!