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

The cheapest way to get from Denver to Effingham is to bus and train via Carbondale which costs $100 - $260 and takes 22h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Denver to Effingham is to fly and drive which takes 7h 53m and costs $120 - $550.

Is there a direct train between Denver and Effingham?

No, there is no direct train from Denver to Effingham station. However, there are services departing from Denver and arriving at Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 21m.

How far is it from Denver to Effingham?

The distance between Denver and Effingham is 926 miles. The road distance is 943.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Denver to Effingham without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h 22m and costs $160 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Denver to Effingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Denver to Effingham train from?

Denver to Effingham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Denver station.

What is the time difference between Denver and Effingham?

Effingham is 1h ahead of Denver. It is currently 10:09 AM in Denver and 11:09 AM in Effingham.

Where does the Denver to Effingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Denver to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Denver to Effingham is 943 miles. It takes approximately 14h 58m to drive from Denver to Effingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Denver to Effingham?

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Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 16+ hotels available in Effingham.

Denver to Effingham - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Denver to Effingham by plane, car, bus, train, or train (Amtrak)

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

Fly to Decatur Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Decatur Airport (DEC)DEN - DEC
2. Drive from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Effingham
7h 53m
$121–516
Bus, train via Carbondale
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to St Louis Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondale
3. Take the train from Carbondale to Effingham Station
22h 9m
$109–253
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Denver to ChampaignDenver
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham StationSaluki / ...
21h 22m
$166–329
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Denver to Chicago Union StationCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham StationSaluki / ...
23h 21m
$166–400
Drive 937.7 mi
1. Drive from Denver to Effingham937.7 mi
14h 58m
$172–248
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)DEN - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Station
9h 33m
$137–585
Fly to Peoria International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)DEN - PIA
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Champaign
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Station
9h 45m
$131–525
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)DEN - STL
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondale
3. Take the train from Carbondale to Effingham Station
10h 6m
$173–792

Denver to Effingham by bus and train

7Weekly Services

21h 22mAverage Duration

$166Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 920.6 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Denver, CO, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Denver to Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station in around 23h 21m.

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