How much does a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Kankakee cost?

The bus ticket price from Indianapolis to Kankakee starts at R 562. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Indianapolis to Kankakee is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Kankakee?

The average travel time between Indianapolis and Kankakee is around 9h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 209 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Indianapolis and Kankakee?

The number of buses from Indianapolis to Kankakee can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Indianapolis to Kankakee by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Indianapolis to Kankakee?

When taking the bus from Indianapolis to Kankakee, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak.

Bus Indianapolis to Kankakee from R 524 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Kankakee on 4 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 31m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	CheapestFastest
		10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 31m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Kankakee on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	20:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	6h 35m	01:35	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	CheapestFastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 31m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
	16:45	Downtown Transit Center	9h 50m	01:35	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 31m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Kankakee on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	6h 35m	18:10	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	CheapestFastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 31m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	05:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	10h 35m	14:45	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags
	09:30	Downtown Transit Center	9h 40m	18:10	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 31m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Kankakee on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:05	Indianapolis Northeast	11h 30m	01:35	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	6h 35m	18:10	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	Fastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 31m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	05:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	10h 35m	14:45	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags
	09:30	Downtown Transit Center	9h 40m	18:10	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Kankakee on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	20:00	Indianapolis Bus Station	6h 35m	01:35	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	6h 35m	18:10	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	Fastest
	10:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	11h 31m	21:21	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	05:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	10h 35m	14:45	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags
	09:30	Downtown Transit Center	9h 40m	18:10	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:59 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to Kankakee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 562, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

9h 40mAverage duration

208 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 562 - R 2 319	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 308 - R 8 453	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Bus Indianapolis to Kankakee: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 731

Average bus trip duration9h 40m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure05:10

Distance207 km

Latest bus departure20:00

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FlixBus

3.5/511 177 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 563 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Indianapolis to Kankakee Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Kankakee?

Stops in Indianapolis

A - Greyhound Amtrak Station

Stops in Kankakee

A - Kankakee Bus Station

B - Taco Del Norte - Kankakee

Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - Kankakee

How much does a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Kankakee cost?
The bus ticket price from Indianapolis to Kankakee starts at R 562. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Indianapolis to Kankakee is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Kankakee?
The average travel time between Indianapolis and Kankakee is around 9h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 209 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Indianapolis and Kankakee?
The number of buses from Indianapolis to Kankakee can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Indianapolis to Kankakee by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Indianapolis to Kankakee?
When taking the bus from Indianapolis to Kankakee, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/11

R 621

02/11

R 692

Today

R 577

04/11

R 1 154

05/11

R 550

06/11

R 524

07/11

R 595

08/11

R 604

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Kankakee was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of R 524

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Kankakee as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 524 to R 3 124 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 524, which is on 2025-11-06.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Indianapolis to Kankakee.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Indianapolis to Kankakee, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Indianapolis to Kankakee.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Indianapolis to Kankakee, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Kankakee?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 40m	Avg priceR 731	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time12h 15m	Avg priceR 1 363	Daily departures1

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