What is the cheapest way to get from Chesterton to Effingham?

The cheapest way to get from Chesterton to Effingham is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chesterton to Effingham?

The fastest way to get from Chesterton to Effingham is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterton and Effingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterton to Effingham. However, there are services departing from Gary, IN and arriving at Effingham via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chesterton and Effingham?

No, there is no direct train from Chesterton to Effingham station. However, there are services departing from Dune Park and arriving at Effingham Station via 55th - 56th - 57th St. and Homewood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Chesterton to Effingham?

The distance between Chesterton and Effingham is 235 miles. The road distance is 223 miles.

How do I travel from Chesterton to Effingham without a car?

The best way to get from Chesterton to Effingham without a car is to train via Homewood which takes 6h 10m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Chesterton to Effingham?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Chesterton to Effingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesterton to Effingham bus from?

Chesterton to Effingham bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Gary, IN station.

Where do I catch the Chesterton to Effingham train from?

Chesterton to Effingham train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Dune Park station.

Train or bus from Chesterton to Effingham?

The best way to get from Chesterton to Effingham is to train via Homewood which takes 6h 10m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $100 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Chesterton to Effingham bus arrive?

Chesterton to Effingham bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

Where does the Chesterton to Effingham train arrive?

Chesterton to Effingham train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at 57th St. station.

Can I drive from Chesterton to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterton to Effingham is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Chesterton to Effingham.

Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 17+ hotels available in Effingham.

Chesterton to Effingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chesterton to Effingham by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train via Homewood
best
1. Take the train from Dune Park to 57th St.train Ssl
2. Take the train from Homewood to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
6h 10m
$69–138
Drive 221.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chesterton to Effinghamcar 221.7 mi
3h 45m
$41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dune Park to Millennium Stationtrain Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Lupita's Grocery - Effinghambus Chicago
6h 14m
$66–97
Train
1. Take the train from Dune Park to Van Buren St.train Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
6h 11m
$74–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gary, IN to Chicagobus Columbus-Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Effinghambus Greyhound US0125
6h 19m
$52–95

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Distance: 234 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Chesterton, Porter County, IN, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Chesterton to Effingham Station via Dune Park, 55th - 56th - 57th St., and Homewood in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chesterton to Effingham via Dune Park, Gary, Gary, IN, and Chicago Bus Station in around 6h 19m.

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