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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Memphis Central Station | Kankakee, IL | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Memphis Central Station | Kankakee, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Memphis to Kankakee
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 17 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5741 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 $118
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Memphis, TN to Kankakee 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 Memphis to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from Memphis to Kankakee start from $118. The average price for this train route is around $128. 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 Memphis to Kankakee?
The average train ride duration from Memphis to Kankakee is 12h 46m, covering a distance of 430 miles (693 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Memphis to Kankakee 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 Memphis to Kankakee?
The earliest train departs from Memphis to Kankakee at 10:45pm. And the latest train departs at 10:45pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Memphis, TN to Kankakee was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $114To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Memphis, TN to Kankakee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $114 to $293 for a train ticket from Memphis, TN to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $116 which is on 2026-01-21.
