How much is the train ticket from Kankakee to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to Bloomington start from $34. The average price for this train route is around $72. 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 Kankakee to Bloomington?

The average train ride duration from Kankakee to Bloomington is 8h 31m, covering a distance of 72 miles (117 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 54m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Kankakee to Bloomington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kankakee to Bloomington?

The earliest train departs from Kankakee to Bloomington at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 12:31pm.

Train Kankakee to Bloomington from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kankakee to Bloomington on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:31pm	Kankakee, IL	6h 54m	7:25pm	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:31pm	Kankakee, IL	6h 54m	7:25pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:29 PM CST.

Get from Kankakee to Bloomington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 8 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

8h 31mAverage Duration

72 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5651 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 $34

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kankakee to Bloomington, IL 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 Kankakee to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to Bloomington start from $34. The average price for this train route is around $72. 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 Kankakee to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from Kankakee to Bloomington is 8h 31m, covering a distance of 72 miles (117 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kankakee to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kankakee to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from Kankakee to Bloomington at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 12:31pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$50

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$50

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12/19

$70

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$70

12/21

$340

The cheapest trip from Kankakee to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $366 for a train ticket from Kankakee to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-12-19.