What is the distance between Champaign and Kankakee?

Champaign and Kankakee are 73 miles (117 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to Kankakee?

If you're headed to Kankakee from Champaign, chances are that your bus will depart from Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center and arrive at Kankakee Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Champaign to Kankakee from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Champaign to Kankakee on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1h 20m	4:20am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	Cheapest
Bus	8:40am	Champaign Bus Stop	1h 15m	9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	Fastest
Bus	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1h 25m	2:45pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Champaign Bus Stop	1h 15m	9:40am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	No tags

Next departures for Champaign to Kankakee on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1h 20m	4:20am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	Cheapest
Bus	8:40am	Champaign Bus Stop	1h 15m	9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	Fastest
Bus	1:20pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1h 25m	2:45pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Champaign Bus Stop	1h 15m	9:40am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:13 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Kankakee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 1 hour 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 6mAverage Duration

72 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $127	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $176	Average Duration1h 6m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,2 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $106 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

FlixBus

3.5/511,362 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and Kankakee?

Stops in Champaign

A - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

B - Champaign Bus Stop

Stops in Kankakee

A - Kankakee Bus Station

B - Taco Del Norte - Kankakee

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to Kankakee by bus

What is the distance between Champaign and Kankakee?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Champaign to Kankakee?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$19

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11/20

$20

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11/22

$39

11/23

$22

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Kankakee was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $120 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-20.

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.