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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 | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Kankakee, IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Kankakee, IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Kankakee, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Kankakee, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Kankakee, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale to Kankakee
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 4 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5789 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 SEK 237
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale 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 Carbondale to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to Kankakee start from SEK 237. The average price for this train route is around SEK 424. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The average train journey time from Carbondale to Kankakee is 4h 13m, covering a distance of 395 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Carbondale to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The earliest train from Carbondale to Kankakee departs at 01:18. And the latest train departs at 16:15.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Kankakee was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of SEK 266To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carbondale to Kankakee as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 266 to SEK 2,263 for a train ticket from Carbondale to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 266, which is on 2026-04-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Carbondale to Kankakee?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Carbondale 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 SEK 424 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from SEK 237. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kankakee, choose the train, as it will take you from Carbondale to Kankakee in about 4h 13m – that's the fastest way to get there!
