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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 | Kankakee, IL | Union Passenger Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Kankakee, IL | Union Passenger Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Kankakee, IL | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5770 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 $130
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kankakee to New Orleans 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 Kankakee to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Kankakee to New Orleans start from $130. The average price for this train route is around $161. 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 Kankakee to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from Kankakee to New Orleans is 22h 32m, covering a distance of 781 miles (1259 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kankakee to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kankakee to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from Kankakee to New Orleans at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 9:23pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kankakee to New Orleans was searched and found on Mar 22, 2026 with a price of $122To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kankakee to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $122 to $873 for a train ticket from Kankakee to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2026-03-22.
