How much does a train ticket from Champaign to Kankakee cost?

The average train ticket price from Champaign to Kankakee is $16. The best way to find train tickets from Champaign to Kankakee is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Champaign to Kankakee?

A train trip between Champaign and Kankakee is around 1h 6m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 73 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Champaign and Kankakee?

The number of trains from Champaign to Kankakee can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Champaign to Kankakee by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Champaign to Kankakee | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Kankakee.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $90	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$9 - $99	Average Duration1h 6m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Champaign to Kankakee

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 1 hour 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 6mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest ticket

11kgCO₂ emissions

Train Champaign to Kankakee: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$16

Average train trip duration1h 6m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure6:10am

Distance72 miles (116 km)

Latest train departure7:38pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,089 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5089 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 $9.00

Amtrak Champaign Kankakee recent customer reviews

Very comfortable ride

Hannah S.

December 12, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Champaign to Kankakee Train

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

Best price found

04/29

$7

04/30

$8

Today

$11

05/02

$21

05/03

$9

05/04

$11

05/05

$8

05/06

$8

The cheapest trip from Champaign to Kankakee was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $7

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

You can expect to pay from $7 to $168 for a train ticket from Champaign to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Champaign to Kankakee is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Kankakee you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Champaign and Kankakee, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Champaign to Kankakee, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

What's the cheapest way to go from Champaign to Kankakee?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 15m	Avg Price$90	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 6m	Avg Price$16	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Champaign and Kankakee is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $16 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $9. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kankakee, choose the train, as it will take you from Champaign to Kankakee in about 1h 6m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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