Bus from Champaign to Kankakee: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Champaign to Kankakee on December 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakBus
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
Kankakee, ILNo tags
FlixBusBus
Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)
Kankakee Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)
Kankakee Bus StationNo tags
Tornado BusBus
Champaign Bus Stop
Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)No tags
Tornado BusBus
Champaign Bus Stop
Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Kankakee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 1 hour 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1h 6mAverage Duration
72 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$24 - $127Average Duration1h 15m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$9 - $152Average Duration1h 6m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to Kankakee?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Champaign to Kankakee start from $24. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Champaign to Kankakee?

    The average bus trip duration from Champaign to Kankakee is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 73 miles (117 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Champaign to Kankakee route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to Kankakee?

    The earliest bus departs from Champaign to Kankakee at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 1:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to Kankakee?

    A bus trip from Champaign to Kankakee generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Champaign 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to Kankakee?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Champaign 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Champaign 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.

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12/05
$23
12/06
$20
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$20
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