How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Kankakee?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Kankakee start from $37. The average price for this train route is around $73. 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 2 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.

Train St. Louis to Kankakee from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Louis to Kankakee on March 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	9h 5m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 11m	10:21pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	10h 40m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	10h 40m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	9h 5m	5:15pm	Kankakee, IL	No tags

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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

213 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $126	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$37 - $750	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,778 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5778 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 $37

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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 $37. The average price for this train route is around $73. 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 2 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

03/26

$64

03/27

$112

Today

$66

03/29

$61

03/30

$37

03/31

$34

04/01

$40

04/02

$47

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Kankakee was searched and found on Mar 31, 2026 with a price of $34

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 $34 to $347 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 $34 which is on 2026-03-31.