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Buffalo to Kankakee trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Buffalo and Kankakee takes 29h 50m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Buffalo to Kankakee. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

29h 50m
Duration
590 mi
Distance
$408
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Buffalo to Kankakee train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Buffalo and Kankakee. The service departs Buffalo at 12:25 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Kankakee at 17:15:00. All services require a transfer at Buffalo Depew Station and take an average of 29h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buffalo to Kankakee? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 589.9 mi
  • Duration: 29h 50m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Buffalo to Kankakee via Buffalo Depew Station and Chicago Union Station in around 14h 1m.

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