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Next departures for St. Louis to Kankakee on September 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 11m	7:21pm	Kankakee, IL
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:30am	Gateway Station	12h 45m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:35am	Gateway Station	10h 40m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:10am	Gateway Station	9h 5m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 11m	9:21pm	Kankakee, IL

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis 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 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 42,877, 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 PriceCLP 42,877 - CLP 114,726	Average Duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 50,421 - CLP 399,121	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,502 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6502 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 CLP 50,421

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Kankakee start from CLP 50,421. The average price for this train route is around CLP 96,647. 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 St. Louis to Kankakee?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Kankakee is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 212 miles (342 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Kankakee?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Kankakee at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/20

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09/21

CLP 58,256

Today

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09/23

CLP 47,576

09/24

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Kankakee was searched and found on Sep 23, 2026 with a price of CLP 47,576

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 47,576 to CLP 406,821 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 47,576 which is on 2026-09-23.