The cheapest and fastest trains from Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rantoul, 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 Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rantoul, IL for Kankakee, IL on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 53 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.
3:38 PM0h53Rantoul, IL4:31 PMKankakee, IL$231One-way0 transfers
3:38 PM0h53Rantoul, IL4:31 PMKankakee, IL$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 58 miles (94 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Kankakee, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (53m by train vs 57m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $13 (€11) 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
Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:24 PM Rantoul, IL | 0h50 | 8:14 PM Kankakee, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL
Trains from Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:27, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 58 miles (94 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 58 miles (94 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 9:27 AM |
Last train 7:24 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rantoul, IL and Kankakee, IL from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rantoul, 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 Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL
Most Rantoul, IL to Kankakee, IL trains use the Rantoul Amtrak to Kankakee Amtrak station pair. Use this guide to compare Rantoul, IL and Kankakee, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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Rantoul Amtrak train station facilities and services
Rantoul Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rantoul Amtrak.
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Getting to Kankakee Amtrak from Kankakee city centre
Kankakee Amtrak train station facilities and services
Kankakee Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kankakee Amtrak.
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