Next departures

Next departures from Kankakee to New York City on 22 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Kankakee, IL
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallCheapest
Amtrak
Kankakee, IL
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallFastest
Amtrak
Kankakee, IL
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallNo tags
Amtrak
Kankakee, IL
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallNo tags
Amtrak
Kankakee, IL
Penn Station, Moynihan Train HallNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kankakee to New York City

Average priceUS$153 - US$342Average duration1d 8h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$103 - US$1,076Average duration1d 9h
106kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kankakee to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
1d 8hAverage duration
US$153Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Kankakee to New York City: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$298
Average train trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure07:13
Distance723 miles
Latest train departure11:31

Kankakee to New York City Train

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We make sure you can find a train service from Kankakee to New York City from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to New York City from Kankakee, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Kankakee - New York City

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Kankakee to New York City cost?

    The average train ticket price from Kankakee to New York City is US$298. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Kankakee to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Kankakee to New York City?

    A train trip between Kankakee and New York City is around 1d 9h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 723 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Kankakee and New York City?

    The number of trains from Kankakee to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Kankakee to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Kankakee to New York City?

    When taking the train from Kankakee to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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20/08
US$216
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22/08
US$267
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26/08
US$178
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kankakee to New York City was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$178

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

You can expect to pay from US$178 to US$1,201 for a train ticket from Kankakee to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$178, which is on 2025-08-26.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Kankakee and New York City is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New York City.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to New York City you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Kankakee and New York City, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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