- Rockford to Kankakee buses
Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | East Side Transfer Center | Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Rockford, (IL - EL Carrusel) | Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Rockford, (IL - EL Carrusel) | Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | East Side Transfer Center | Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | East Side Transfer Center | Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center) | No tags |
Get from Rockford to Kankakee
The journey takes about 6 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rockford, IL to Kankakee by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rockford to Kankakee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Kankakee start from $35. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rockford to Kankakee?
The average bus trip duration from Rockford to Kankakee is 6h 9m, covering a distance of 99 miles (159 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Kankakee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Kankakee?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Kankakee at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 3:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Kankakee?
A bus trip from Rockford to Kankakee generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rockford to Kankakee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Kankakee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rockford to Kankakee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rockford to Kankakee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.







