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 16m.

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 16m and costs $35 - $60.

How far is it from Effingham to DeKalb?

The distance between Effingham and DeKalb is 286 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 7h 26m and costs $75 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Effingham to DeKalb, including transfers.

Train or bus from Effingham to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Effingham to DeKalb is to bus which takes 7h 26m and costs $75 - $200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $95 and takes 7h 27m.

Can I drive from Effingham to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Effingham to DeKalb is 219 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Effingham to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Effingham to DeKalb - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Effingham to DeKalb by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), 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
best
1. Take the bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to DekalbGreyhound US0155S
7h 26m
$78–196
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Chicago Union StationSaluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburnUp-W
7h 27m
$35–94
Drive 217.6 mi
1. Drive from Effingham to DeKalb217.6 mi
4h 16m
$40–58

Effingham to DeKalb by train, foot, and bus

21Weekly Services

7h 27mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Effingham to DeKalb.

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Distance: 284.1 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Dekalb via California & 35th Street, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, Dearborn & Jackson, Jackson-Blue, Clinton-Blue, and Chicago Bus Station in around 7h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Effingham Station to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Chicago Union Station, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 7h 27m.

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