Bus from Kankakee to Effingham: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Kankakee to Effingham on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Kankakee Bus Station
Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)
Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)No tags
Tornado BusBus
Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)No tags
Tornado BusBus
Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)No tags
Tornado BusBus
Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Effingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2h 32mAverage Duration
143 milesDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$54 - $153Average Duration2h 30m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$20 - $227Average Duration2h 32m
21kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kankakee to Effingham 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 Kankakee to Effingham?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kankakee to Effingham start from $54. The average price for this route is around $132. 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 Kankakee to Effingham?

    The average bus trip duration from Kankakee to Effingham is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 145 miles (234 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Amtrak.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Kankakee to Effingham at 9:27am. And the latest bus departs at 2:25pm.

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

    A bus trip from Kankakee to Effingham generates an estimated 6 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 Kankakee to Effingham?

    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 5597 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Kankakee to Effingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kankakee to Effingham?

    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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$145
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to Effingham was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $145

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