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

The cheapest way to get from Effingham to Elkhart is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Effingham to Elkhart is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Effingham and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Effingham to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham and arriving at Transfer Center via California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago and South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Effingham and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct train from Effingham station to Elkhart station. However, there are services departing from Effingham Amtrak Station and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Effingham to Elkhart?

The distance between Effingham and Elkhart is 301 miles. The road distance is 282 miles.

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

The best way to get from Effingham to Elkhart without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $50 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Effingham to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Effingham to Elkhart bus from?

Effingham to Elkhart bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham station.

Where do I catch the Effingham to Elkhart train from?

Effingham to Elkhart train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Effingham Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Effingham to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Effingham to Elkhart is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $50 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $210 and takes 10h.

Where does the Effingham to Elkhart bus arrive?

Effingham to Elkhart bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Effingham and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Effingham. It is currently 9:31 PM in Effingham and 10:31 PM in Elkhart.

Where does the Effingham to Elkhart train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Effingham to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Effingham to Elkhart is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Effingham to Elkhart.

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

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Where can I stay near Elkhart?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Effingham to Elkhart by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Effingham Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationSaluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
6h 45m
$53–133
Drive 280.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Effingham to Elkhart280.4 mi
4h 55m
$52–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INChicago
10h
$68–202
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Effingham to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to South Bend (SBN)DEC - SBN
5h 21m
$121–456

Effingham to Elkhart by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

6h 45mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.5 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Effingham, IL, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a train from Effingham Amtrak Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Transfer Center via Tornado Bus Co - Chicago, California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Jefferson & Harrison, Chicago, and South Street Station in around 10h.

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