What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham is to drive which takes 6h 47m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Effingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor to Effingham. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor and arriving at Lupita's Grocery - Effingham via State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Effingham?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Effingham station. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Effingham?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Effingham is 445 miles. The road distance is 405.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ann Arbor to Effingham without a car?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham without a car is to train which takes 8h 59m and costs $70 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham?

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Effingham bus from?

Ann Arbor to Effingham bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ann Arbor station.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Effingham train from?

Ann Arbor to Effingham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ann Arbor to Effingham?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham is to train which takes 8h 59m and costs $70 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $260 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Effingham bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Effingham bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Ann Arbor and Effingham?

Effingham is 1h behind Ann Arbor. It is currently 12:52 PM in Ann Arbor and 11:52 AM in Effingham.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Effingham train arrive?

Ann Arbor to Effingham train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Effingham is 406 miles. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from Ann Arbor to Effingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Ann Arbor to Effingham?

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Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 18+ hotels available in Effingham.

Ann Arbor to Effingham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Effingham by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationWolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham StationSaluki / ...
8h 59m
$74–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to ChicagoFlixBus 2550
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Lupita's Grocery - EffinghamChicago
10h 13m
$87–251
Drive 403.6 mi
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Effingham403.6 mi
6h 47m
$74–107
Bus, fly to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airport
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)DTW - CMI
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Station
7h 49m
$74–352
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Battle Creek Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Battle Creek Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Station
11h 45m
$85–211
Bus, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airport
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Station
8h 31m
$81–402
Bus, fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airport
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)DTW - STL
3. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondale
4. Take the train from Carbondale to Effingham Station
9h 49m
$237–517

Ann Arbor to Effingham by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

8h 59mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 441.9 mi
Duration: 8h 59m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station in around 8h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ann Arbor to Lupita's Grocery - Effingham via Chicago, State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, California & 35th Street, and Chicago in around 10h 13m.

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