How much is the train ticket from Carbondale to Kankakee?

The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to Kankakee start from R 414. The average price for this train route is around R 721. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Carbondale to Kankakee?

The average train journey time from Carbondale to Kankakee is 4h 13m, covering a distance of 395 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Carbondale to Kankakee route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carbondale to Kankakee?

The earliest train from Carbondale to Kankakee departs at 03:18. And the latest train departs at 16:15.

Train Carbondale to Kankakee from R 397 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Carbondale to Kankakee on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:15	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	3h 59m	20:14	Kankakee, IL	CheapestFastest
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	07:30	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 1m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	07:30	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 1m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Kankakee on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	8h 13m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	3h 59m	20:14	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	07:30	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 1m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Kankakee on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	16h 56m	20:14	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	3h 59m	20:14	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	07:30	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 1m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Kankakee on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 1m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	3h 59m	20:14	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	07:30	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 1m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Kankakee on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	8h 13m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	3h 59m	20:14	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	07:30	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 1m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Carbondale to Kankakee on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	8h 13m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	3h 59m	20:14	Kankakee, IL	Fastest
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	03:18	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 13m	07:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	07:30	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 1m	11:31	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:04 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale to Kankakee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 4 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just R 414, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

4h 13mAverage duration

395 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 879 - R 1 556	Average duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 414 - R 1 491	Average duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 414

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale to Kankakee by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to Kankakee start from R 414. The average price for this train route is around R 721. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The average train journey time from Carbondale to Kankakee is 4h 13m, covering a distance of 395 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Carbondale to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The earliest train from Carbondale to Kankakee departs at 03:18. And the latest train departs at 16:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/01

R 463

29/01

R 843

Today

R 694

31/01

R 463

01/02

R 628

02/02

R 546

03/02

R 463

04/02

R 446

The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Kankakee was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 446

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

You can expect to pay from R 446 to R 3 832 for a train ticket from Carbondale to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 446, which is on 2026-02-04.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 45m	Avg priceR 1 060	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 13m	Avg priceR 721	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Carbondale 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 R 721 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 414. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kankakee, choose the train, as it will take you from Carbondale to Kankakee in about 4h 13m – that's the fastest way to get there!