Bus Tickets from Carbondale to Kankakee

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Next departures for Carbondale to Kankakee on October 24
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Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to Kankakee

busbud logoWe recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Kankakee. The journey takes about 4 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
4h 1mAverage Duration
395 kmDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceUS$50 - US$119Average Duration7h 45m
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceUS$26 - US$242Average Duration4h 1m
36kg CO₂e

Bus Carbondale to Kankakee: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$65
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance396 km

Carbondale to Kankakee Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Carbondale to Kankakee, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Carbondale - Kankakee

  1. How far is Carbondale from Kankakee?

    It's about 396 km (246 miles) from Carbondale to Kankakee.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carbondale to Kankakee was searched and found on Oct 25, 2025 with a price of US$43

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

You can expect to pay from US$43 to US$75 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to Kankakee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43 which is on 2025-10-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Carbondale to Kankakee.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Carbondale to Kankakee, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Carbondale to Kankakee that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Carbondale to Kankakee while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Carbondale by bus?

Bus from Kankakee to Carbondale

You can also go to Kankakee by train

Train from Carbondale to Kankakee

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