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

The cheapest way to get from Effingham to DeKalb is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Effingham to DeKalb is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Effingham and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Effingham to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Effingham and arriving at Dekalb via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Effingham to DeKalb?

The distance between Effingham and DeKalb is 280 miles. The road distance is 218.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Effingham to DeKalb without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $40 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Effingham to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Effingham to DeKalb bus from?

Effingham to DeKalb bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Effingham station.

Train or bus from Effingham to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Effingham to DeKalb is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $140 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Effingham to DeKalb bus arrive?

Effingham to DeKalb bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Effingham to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Effingham to DeKalb is 219 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Effingham to DeKalb.

How do I get a bus ticket from Effingham to DeKalb?

Book your Effingham to DeKalb bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 20+ hotels available in DeKalb.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Effingham to DeKalb by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, 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 (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Effingham to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0125
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
5h 55m
$44–86
Drive 217.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Effingham to DeKalbcar 217.6 mi
4h 19m
$40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
7h 33m
$64–136
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
9h 1m
$66–172

Effingham to DeKalb by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Effingham to DeKalb.

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Distance: 278.2 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Effingham to Dekalb via Chicago Bus Station in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Effingham Station to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 7h 33m.

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