How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Kankakee?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Kankakee start from $34. The average price for this train route is around $68. 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 Bloomington to Kankakee?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Kankakee is 10h 9m, covering a distance of 72 miles (117 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Kankakee route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Kankakee?

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Kankakee at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 11:08am.

Train Bloomington to Kankakee from $199 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Kankakee on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	6h 7m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	10h 13m	9:21pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Kankakee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

74 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $50	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$34 - $507	Average Duration10h 9m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $34

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL 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 Bloomington to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Kankakee start from $34. The average price for this train route is around $68. 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 Bloomington to Kankakee?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Kankakee is 10h 9m, covering a distance of 72 miles (117 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Kankakee?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Kankakee at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 11:08am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$43

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$58

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$199

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Kankakee was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $324 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $199 which is on 2025-12-13.