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Next departures for Bloomington to Kankakee on August 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	10h 9m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	7h 59m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	10h 13m	9:21pm	Kankakee, IL
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	6h 7m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	8h 13m	7:21pm	Kankakee, IL

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Kankakee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 31,248, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

74 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 31,248 - CLP 45,802	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 29,707 - CLP 574,144	Average Duration8h 13m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,468 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6468 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 29,707

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Kankakee by train

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 train ticket from Bloomington to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Kankakee start from CLP 29,707. The average price for this train route is around CLP 69,088. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Kankakee?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Kankakee is 8h 13m, covering a distance of 72 miles (117 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Kankakee?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Kankakee at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 11:08am.