What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham is to train which costs $30 - $65 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) and Effingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham. However, there are services departing from Ashland & Chicago and arriving at Lupita's Grocery - Effingham via Archer & Pitney Court, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Where do I catch the Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham bus from?

Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Chicago station.

Train or bus from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham?

The best way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs $60 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 5h 29m.

Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 18+ hotels available in Effingham.

Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham

Q: How far is it from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham?

The distance between Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) and Effingham is 217 miles. The road distance is 210.9 miles.

Q: How long does it take to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham, including transfers.

Q: Can I drive from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham.

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Lupita's Grocery - EffinghamChicago
5h 18m
$60–165
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Amtrak StationSaluki / ...
5h 29m
$30–65
Drive 209.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham209.7 mi
3h 33m
$39–56
Fly to Decatur Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)ORD - DEC
2. Drive from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Effingham
4h 25m
$50–296
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Downtown Chicago to Illinois TerminalChicago Area to Champaign SOUTH
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Amtrak StationSaluki / ...
6h 23m
$30–79
Fly to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)ORD - CMI
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Amtrak Station
5h 10m
$62–302

Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Effingham by foot and bus

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.1 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch), IL, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Chicago to Lupita's Grocery - Effingham once daily. Tickets cost $55–160 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $25–60 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

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