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 - $210 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 49m 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 via Carbondale which takes 22h 9m and costs $100 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m 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 6:18 AM in Denver and 7:18 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 15h 2m 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 - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 7 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)plane DEN - DEC
2. Drive from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Effinghamcar
7h 49m
$121–526
Bus, train via Carbondale
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus
3. Take the train from Carbondale to Effingham Stationtrain
22h 9m
$104–206
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Denver to Chicago Union Stationtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
23h 21m
$133–352
Drive 937.7 mi
1. Drive from Denver to Effinghamcar 937.7 mi
15h 2m
$172–248
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DEN - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Stationtrain
9h 38m
$137–635
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane DEN - STL
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus
3. Take the train from Carbondale to Effingham Stationtrain
10h 6m
$174–816
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station 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 Effingham Stationtrain
23h 2m
$108–215

Denver to Effingham by bus and train

7Weekly Services

22h 9mAverage Duration

$104Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Denver to Effingham.

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Distance: 920.6 mi
Duration: 7h 49m

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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