How much is the train ticket from Kankakee to Lafayette?

The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to Lafayette start from R 1 001. The average price for this train route is around R 1 001. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Kankakee to Lafayette?

The average train journey time from Kankakee to Lafayette is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 113 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Kankakee to Lafayette route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Kankakee to Lafayette departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 11:31.

Train Kankakee to Lafayette from R 1 498 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Kankakee to Lafayette on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:33	Kankakee, IL	13h 23m	21:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	12:31	Kankakee, IL	8h 25m	21:56	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	07:33	Kankakee, IL	13h 23m	21:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	12:31	Kankakee, IL	8h 25m	21:56	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:35 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Kankakee to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just R 933, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4hAverage duration

111 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 933 - R 933	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 001 - R 1 001	Average duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 001

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kankakee to Lafayette, IN 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 Kankakee to Lafayette?
The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to Lafayette start from R 1 001. The average price for this train route is around R 1 001. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kankakee to Lafayette?
The average train journey time from Kankakee to Lafayette is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 113 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kankakee to Lafayette route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kankakee to Lafayette?
The earliest train from Kankakee to Lafayette departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 11:31.

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The cheapest trip from Kankakee to Lafayette, IN was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 498

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 498 to R 6 061 for a train ticket from Kankakee to Lafayette, IN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 498, which is on 2025-12-16.