How much is the train ticket from New York City to Kankakee?

The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Kankakee start from $211. The average price for this train route is around $329. 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 New York City to Kankakee?

The average train ride duration from New York City to Kankakee is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 723 miles (1165 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New York City to Kankakee route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New York City to Kankakee?

The earliest train departs from New York City to Kankakee at 6:40am. And the latest train departs at 3:40pm.

Train New York City to Kankakee from $202 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for New York City to Kankakee on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 7h	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 12h	10:21pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	11:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 6h	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 2h	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d 7h	10:21pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City 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 1 day, 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

723 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $278	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$211 - $1,919	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 106kg 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 $211

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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 New York City to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Kankakee start from $211. The average price for this train route is around $329. 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 New York City to Kankakee?
The average train ride duration from New York City to Kankakee is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 723 miles (1165 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New York City to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New York City to Kankakee?
The earliest train departs from New York City to Kankakee at 6:40am. And the latest train departs at 3:40pm.

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The cheapest trip from New York City to Kankakee was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $202

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

You can expect to pay from $202 to $1,208 for a train ticket from New York City to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $202 which is on 2025-12-14.