What is the distance between Kankakee and Chicago?

The distance separating Kankakee and Chicago is 52 miles (84 km).

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

If you're headed to Chicago from Kankakee, chances are that your bus will leave from Kankakee Bus Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Robie House, Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Auditorium Building and Theatre and Brookfield Zoo.

Bus Kankakee to Chicago from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kankakee to Chicago on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 5m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	55m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 20m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 40m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to Chicago on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 5m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	55m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 20m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:55am	Chicago, IL	No tags
2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 40m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to Chicago on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	55m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 20m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:55am	Chicago, IL	No tags
9:40am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:40am	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to Chicago on October 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:55am	Chicago, IL	CheapestFastest
		9:40am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:40am	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to Chicago on October 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 5m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:55am	Chicago, IL	Fastest
2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 40m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
9:40am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:40am	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to Chicago on October 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	55m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 20m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:55am	Chicago, IL	No tags
2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 40m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
9:40am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:40am	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to Chicago on October 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	55m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 20m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:55am	Chicago, IL	No tags
2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 40m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
9:40am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:40am	Chicago, IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Chicago.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $137	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$8 - $24	Average Duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Kankakee to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 31mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kankakee to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$19

Average bus trip duration1h

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure4:25am

Distance43 miles (69 km)

Latest bus departure2:55pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,775 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.

Tornado Bus

3/5146 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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 $137 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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Kankakee to Chicago Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Kankakee to Chicago. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Kankakee to Chicago will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Kankakee to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Kankakee and Chicago?

Stops in Kankakee

A - Kankakee Bus Station

B - Taco Del Norte - Kankakee

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions for your trip Kankakee - Chicago

What is the distance between Kankakee and Chicago?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kankakee to Chicago?
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

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

Best price found

10/02

$11

10/03

$13

Today

$14

10/05

$12

10/06

$11

10/07

$11

10/08

$130

10/09

$11

The cheapest trip from Kankakee to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 6, 2025 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $130 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-10-06.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Kankakee and Chicago!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Kankakee to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Kankakee to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Kankakee to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus Tickets from Kankakee to Chicago

Next departures

Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Chicago.

Bus Kankakee to Chicago: Trip Overview

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Kankakee to Chicago Bus

Where are the popular stops in Kankakee and Chicago?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Kankakee - Chicago

What is the distance between Kankakee and Chicago?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Kankakee by bus?

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Why choose Busbud?

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