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Next departures from Indianapolis to Kankakee on 25 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	12h 15m	17:15	Kankakee, IL
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	12h 15m	17:15	Kankakee, IL
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	12h 15m	17:15	Kankakee, IL
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	12h 15m	17:15	Kankakee, IL
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	12h 15m	17:15	Kankakee, IL

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 and with fares starting at just COP 137,567, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

9hAverage duration

129 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCOP 137,567 - COP 223,225	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCOP 174,366 - COP 1,621,232	Average duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,506 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6506 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at COP 174,366

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to Kankakee by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Indianapolis to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Kankakee start from COP 174,366. The average price for this train route is around COP 174,366. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Kankakee?
The average train journey time from Indianapolis to Kankakee is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 130 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Indianapolis to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Indianapolis to Kankakee?
The earliest train from Indianapolis to Kankakee departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 06:25.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h	Avg priceCOP 182,109	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time11h 50m	Avg priceCOP 174,366	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Indianapolis and Kankakee is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost COP 174,366 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from COP 174,366. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kankakee, choose the train, as it will take you from Indianapolis to Kankakee in about 9h – that's the fastest way to get there!