Bus from Louisville to Kankakee: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Louisville to Kankakee on January 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Louisville, KY
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)CheapestFastest
Amtrak
Louisville, KY
Kankakee, ILNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Louisville, KY
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)No tags
Amtrak
Louisville, KY
Kankakee, ILNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Louisville, KY
Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)No tags

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Get from Louisville to Kankakee

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
12hAverage Duration
227 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Louisville to Kankakee 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 Louisville to Kankakee?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Kankakee start from $89. The average price for this route is around $89. 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 Louisville to Kankakee?

    The average bus trip duration from Louisville to Kankakee is 12h, covering a distance of 227 miles (365 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Louisville to Kankakee?

    The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Kankakee at 10:10am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Louisville to Kankakee generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

    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 5654 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Louisville to Kankakee?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Louisville to Kankakee?

    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.

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