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

The cheapest way to get from Edwardsville to Effingham is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edwardsville to Effingham is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $15 - $22.

How far is it from Edwardsville to Effingham?

The distance between Edwardsville and Effingham is 230 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edwardsville to Effingham without a car is to bus and train via Carbondale which takes 5h 9m and costs $80 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Edwardsville to Effingham, including transfers.

Can I drive from Edwardsville to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Edwardsville to Effingham is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Edwardsville to Effingham.

Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 18+ hotels available in Effingham.

Edwardsville to Effingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edwardsville to Effingham by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train via Carbondale
best
1. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Carbondale to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
5h 9m
$82–108
Drive 83.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edwardsville to Effinghamcar 83.6 mi
1h 28m
$16–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Alton Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain
2. Take the bus from Bloomington to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Stationtrain
6h 15m
$74–115
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
6h 2m
$88–113

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edwardsville to Effingham.

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Distance: 228.7 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Edwardsville, IL, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Edwardsville to Effingham. However, you can take the taxi to St. Louis, take the bus to Carbondale, walk to Carbondale, then take the train to Effingham Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edwardsville to Effingham Station via Alton Station, Bloomington-Normal, Bloomington, Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, and Champaign-Urbana in around 6h 15m.

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