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Next departures for Kankakee to St. Louis on October 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:13am	Kankakee, IL	17h 10m	10:23pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:13am	Kankakee, IL	13h 54m	7:07pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:13am	Kankakee, IL	13h 54m	7:07pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:13am	Kankakee, IL	17h 10m	10:23pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:13am	Kankakee, IL	11h 54m	7:07pm	Gateway Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 44,222, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 55mAverage Duration

213 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 44,222 - CLP 133,346	Average Duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 48,889 - CLP 418,904	Average Duration13h 52m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,564 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6564 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 48,889

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kankakee to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to St. Louis start from CLP 48,889. The average price for this train route is around CLP 84,128. 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 St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Kankakee to St. Louis is 13h 52m, covering a distance of 212 miles (342 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kankakee to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Kankakee to St. Louis at 5:33am. And the latest train departs at 11:31am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/09

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10/10

CLP 79,111

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10/16

CLP 60,084

The cheapest trip from Kankakee to St. Louis was searched and found on Oct 16, 2026 with a price of CLP 60,084

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 60,084 to CLP 447,624 for a train ticket from Kankakee to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 60,084 which is on 2026-10-16.