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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 | Kankakee, IL | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Kankakee, IL | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
| Train | Kankakee, IL | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kankakee to New York City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 792, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 608
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kankakee to New York City by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Kankakee to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to New York City start from R 2 608. The average price for this train route is around R 4 316. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kankakee to New York City?
The average train journey time from Kankakee to New York City is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1165 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kankakee to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kankakee to New York City?
The earliest train from Kankakee to New York City departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 11:31.
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 New York City was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 909To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kankakee to New York City as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 909 to R 15 670 for a train ticket from Kankakee to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 909, which is on 2026-01-27.
