What is the cheapest way to get from Springfield to Kankakee?

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Kankakee is to bus and train via Champaign which costs $70 - $130 and takes 10h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Springfield to Kankakee?

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Kankakee is to fly and train which takes 5h 7m and costs $85 - $450.

How far is it from Springfield to Kankakee?

The distance between Springfield and Kankakee is 524 miles. The road distance is 455.4 miles.

How do I travel from Springfield to Kankakee without a car?

The best way to get from Springfield to Kankakee without a car is to bus and train via Champaign which takes 10h 37m and costs $70 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Springfield to Kankakee?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Springfield to Kankakee, including transfers.

Can I drive from Springfield to Kankakee?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Kankakee is 455 miles. It takes approximately 7h 57m to drive from Springfield to Kankakee.

Where can I stay near Kankakee?

There are 12+ hotels available in Kankakee.

Springfield to Kankakee - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Kankakee by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SGF - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
5h 7m
$88–450
Bus, train via Champaign
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Kankakeetrain
10h 37m
$70–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Saint Louisbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
12h 24m
$86–212
Drive 452.7 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Kankakeecar 452.7 mi
7h 57m
$83–120
Drive to Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Springfield to Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport (TBN)car
2. Fly from Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport (TBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane TBN - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kankakeetrain
6h 31m
$103–515

Springfield to Kankakee by bus and train

14Weekly Services

10h 37mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Kankakee.

Launch map view

Distance: 520.9 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Springfield, MO, USA and Kankakee, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Springfield to Kankakee. However, you can take the taxi to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), walk to O'Hare, take the subway to Monroe-Blue, walk to Adams & State, take the line 151 bus to Union Station Transit Center, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Kankakee. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Kankakee via St Louis Bus Station, Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, and Champaign-Urbana in around 10h 37m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.