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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 (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: New York Port Authority
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
    Arrival time: August 16 at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: New York Port Authority
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
    Arrival time: August 16 at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Chinatown
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 14 at
    Departure city: Kankakee
    Departure location: Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
    Arrival time: August 16 at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to New York City

Average PriceUS$153 - US$342Average Duration1d 4h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$103 - US$1,076Average Duration1d 9h
106kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kankakee to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
US$153Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kankakee to New York City: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$177
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 4h
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure1:40am
Distance1163 km
Latest bus departure9:00pm

Kankakee to New York City Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kankakee - New York City

  1. How far is Kankakee from New York City?

    It's about 1166 km (723 miles) from Kankakee to New York City.

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

    Buses departing from Kankakee Bus Station in Kankakee will take you to GW Bridge in New York City.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to New York City was searched and found on Aug 14, 2025 with a price of US$293

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

You can expect to pay from US$293 to US$293 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$293 which is on 2025-08-14.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Kankakee to New York City, 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 New York City.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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 average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Kankakee to New York City?

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