Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Kankakee, IL | Gateway Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Kankakee, IL | Gateway Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Kankakee, IL | Gateway Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Kankakee, IL | Gateway Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Kankakee, IL | Gateway Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kankakee to St. Louis by train
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 train ticket from Kankakee to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to St. Louis start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kankakee to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Kankakee to St. Louis is 11h 52m, covering a distance of 212 miles (342 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kankakee to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kankakee to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Kankakee to St. Louis at 7:33am. And the latest train departs at 11:31am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kankakee to St. Louis was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kankakee to St. Louis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $394 for a train ticket from Kankakee to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-01-30.
