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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Kankakee, IL | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Kankakee, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to Kankakee
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 4 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carbondale to Kankakee by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to Kankakee start from $57. The average price for this route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The average bus trip duration from Carbondale to Kankakee is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 245 miles (395 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Carbondale to Kankakee route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to Kankakee at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carbondale to Kankakee?
A bus trip from Carbondale to Kankakee generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Carbondale to Kankakee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carbondale to Kankakee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Carbondale to Kankakee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Carbondale to Kankakee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Kankakee was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carbondale to Kankakee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $86 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-10.
