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 $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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

Next departures for Kankakee to Chicago on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 40m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	55m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 20m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)	1h	10:55am	Chicago, IL	No tags
Bus	2:50pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 5m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1hAverage Duration

53 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $158	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $202	Average Duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,374 reviews

Staff4.2

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

3/5155 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 $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.

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 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 about traveling from Kankakee to Chicago by bus

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

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

Best price found

11/17

$10

11/18

$10

Today

$130

11/20

$12

11/21

$13

11/22

$13

11/23

$11

11/24

$11

The cheapest trip from Kankakee to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $10

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 $10 to $150 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 2025-11-23.

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.