The cheapest and fastest trains from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 1 trains that leave Champaign, IL for Kankakee, IL on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:08 AM1h06Champaign, IL1:14 AMKankakee, IL$101One-way0 transfers
12:08 AM1h06Champaign, IL1:14 AMKankakee, IL$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Kankakee, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 22m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 6m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $29 (€23) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
392 Illini | 7:08 PM Champaign-Urbana Station, Champaign, IL | 1h06 | 8:14 PM Kankakee Amtrak, Kankakee, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
![]() | 12:08 AM Champaign, IL | 1h06 | 1:14 AM Kankakee, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Jun 16
Jun 17
Jun 18
Jun 19
Jun 20
Jun 21
Jun 22
Journey information
Overview: Train from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL
Trains from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Champaign, IL and Kankakee, IL from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
FAQs: Trains from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kankakee, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Big Grove Tavern
- Ko Fusion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana
- I Hotel and Conference Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/ Urbana
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes an enclosed waiting area and serves as an intermodal passenger transport center.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Intercity bus services
More options for your journey from Champaign, IL to Kankakee, IL
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
