What is the distance between Kankakee and Indianapolis?

About 130 miles (209 km) separate Kankakee and Indianapolis.

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

If you're headed to Indianapolis from Kankakee, chances are that your bus will leave from Kankakee Bus Station and arrive at Greyhound Amtrak Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Kankakee to Indianapolis from $56 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Kankakee to Indianapolis on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	8h 55m	2:20pm	Indianapolis Northeast	No tags
	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	9h 35m	3:00pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	8h 40m	2:05pm	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	9h 5m	2:30pm	Indianapolis Northeast	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	5h 30m	10:55am	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 45mAverage Duration

129 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $95	Average Duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $85	Average Duration15h 36m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,378 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.

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

Where are the popular stops in Kankakee and Indianapolis?

Stops in Kankakee

A - Kankakee Bus Station

B - Taco Del Norte - Kankakee

Stops in Indianapolis

A - Greyhound Amtrak Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kankakee to Indianapolis by bus

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Kankakee to Indianapolis was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $56

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

You can expect to pay from $56 to $58 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-11-22.