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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Kankakee, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Kankakee, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kankakee to Carbondale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 4 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just R 390, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 390
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kankakee to Carbondale by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Kankakee to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to Carbondale start from R 390. The average price for this train route is around R 658. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kankakee to Carbondale?
The average train journey time from Kankakee to Carbondale is 4h 26m, covering a distance of 395 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kankakee to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kankakee to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Kankakee to Carbondale departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 21:23.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kankakee to Carbondale was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 374To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kankakee to Carbondale as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 374 to R 2 418 for a train ticket from Kankakee to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 374, which is on 2026-01-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Kankakee to Carbondale?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Kankakee and Carbondale is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 658 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 390. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Carbondale, choose the train, as it will take you from Kankakee to Carbondale in about 4h 26m – that's the fastest way to get there!
