Bus Tickets from Kankakee to Effingham

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Effingham
    Destination location: Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Effingham
    Destination location: Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Effingham

Bus
Average PriceUS$72 - US$143Average Duration8h 35m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$19 - US$54Average Duration2h 32m
21kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Kankakee to Effingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2h 32mAverage Duration
US$19Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kankakee to Effingham: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$90
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 35m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure1:40am
Distance233 km
Latest bus departure6:10pm

Kankakee to Effingham Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kankakee - Effingham

  1. What is the distance between Kankakee and Effingham?

    The distance covered from Kankakee to Effingham is 232 km (144 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Kankakee to Effingham?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Kankakee Bus Station, in Kankakee, and end it at Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Effingham.

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

Best price found
08-08
US$125
08-09
US$125
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US$125
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08-14
US$125
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to Effingham was searched and found on Aug 8, 2025 with a price of US$125

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

You can expect to pay from US$125 to US$125 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$125 which is on 2025-08-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Kankakee to Effingham.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Kankakee to Effingham, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Kankakee to Effingham.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Kankakee by bus?

Bus from Kankakee to Effingham

You can also go to Effingham by train

Train from Kankakee to Effingham

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