What is the distance between Kankakee and Champaign?

The distance between the two cities is 73 miles (117 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kankakee to Champaign?

If you're headed to Champaign from Kankakee, chances are that your bus will depart from Kankakee Bus Station and arrive at Champaign Bus Stop. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Kankakee to Champaign from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kankakee to Champaign on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1h 30m	7:45pm	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	Cheapest
	Bus	9:27am	Kankakee, IL	1h 22m	10:49am	Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:00 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Champaign

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

72 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $106	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $205	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,2 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $106 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

FlixBus

3.5/511,345 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,590 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Kankakee and Champaign?

Stops in Kankakee

A - Kankakee Bus Station

B - Taco Del Norte - Kankakee

Stops in Champaign

A - Champaign Bus Stop

B - Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kankakee to Champaign by bus

What is the distance between Kankakee and Champaign?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kankakee to Champaign?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/14

$16

11/15

$17

Today

$17

11/17

$18

11/18

$24

11/19

$100

11/20

$17

11/21

$17

The cheapest trip from Kankakee to Champaign was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $120 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.