How much does a train ticket from Kankakee to St. Louis cost?

The average train ticket price from Kankakee to St. Louis is $82. The best way to find train tickets from Kankakee to St. Louis 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 train trip from Kankakee to St. Louis?

A train trip between Kankakee and St. Louis is around 11h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 212 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Kankakee and St. Louis?

The number of trains from Kankakee to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Kankakee to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Kankakee to St. Louis?

When taking the train from Kankakee to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?

Once in St. Louis, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Forest Park, Old St. Louis County Courthouse, Saint Louis Zoo, Gateway Arch.

Train Kankakee to St. Louis from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kankakee to St. Louis on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:13am	Kankakee, IL	15h 10m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:13am	Kankakee, IL	11h 54m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:11 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 55mAverage Duration

213 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $126	Average Duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $551	Average Duration11h 54m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5597 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 $40

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kankakee to St. Louis by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/19

$47

11/20

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$313

11/22

$262

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The cheapest trip from Kankakee to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $47

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

You can expect to pay from $47 to $531 for a train ticket from Kankakee to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $262 which is on 2025-11-22.