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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 | Amtrak Station | Kankakee, IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Amtrak Station | Kankakee, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Kankakee
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5735 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 $43
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette to Kankakee?
The cheapest train tickets from Lafayette to Kankakee start from $43. The average price for this train route is around $70. 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 Lafayette to Kankakee?
The average train ride duration from Lafayette to Kankakee is 10h 14m, covering a distance of 70 miles (113 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Lafayette to Kankakee route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lafayette to Kankakee?
The earliest train departs from Lafayette to Kankakee at 7:36am. And the latest train departs at 8:01am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lafayette, IN to Kankakee was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $66To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lafayette, IN to Kankakee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $66 to $257 for a train ticket from Lafayette, IN to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2026-01-15.
