Bus from Kankakee to Champaign: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kankakee to Champaign on December 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tornado BusBus
Kankakee, (IL - Taco Del Norte-Kankakee)
Champaign Bus StopCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:45 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to Champaign

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Champaign. The journey takes about 1 hour 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1h 21mAverage Duration
117 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$13 - $193Average Duration1h 20m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$13 - $247Average Duration1h 21m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kankakee to Champaign by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Kankakee to Champaign?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kankakee to Champaign start from $13. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Kankakee to Champaign?

    The average bus travel time from Kankakee to Champaign is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 117 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Kankakee to Champaign route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tornado Bus, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kankakee to Champaign?

    The earliest bus departs from Kankakee to Champaign at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kankakee to Champaign?

    A bus trip from Kankakee to Champaign generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Kankakee to Champaign?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kankakee to Champaign?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kankakee to Champaign?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kankakee to Champaign?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-13
$30
12-14
$31
Today
$31
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12-17
$184
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to Champaign was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $184 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to Champaign based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $184 which is on 2025-12-17.

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