Trains tickets from Kankakee to Springfield, IL

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from $69
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from $46
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from $57
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, IL
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, IL
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, IL
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, IL
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, IL
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Springfield.

Average Price$33 - $44Average Duration2h 55m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$40 - $347Average Duration9h 55m
19kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kankakee to Springfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2h 55mAverage Duration
$33Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Kankakee to Springfield, IL: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$69
Average train trip duration9h 55m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure7:13am
Distance131 miles (210 km)
Latest train departure11:31am

Kankakee to Springfield Train

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

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07/31
$45
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08/02
$65
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08/06
$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to Springfield, IL was searched and found on Aug 6, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $378 for a train ticket from Kankakee to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-08-06.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Kankakee and Springfield is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Springfield.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Springfield, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Kankakee and Springfield compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Kankakee to Springfield while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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!

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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Train from Springfield, IL to Kankakee

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