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

The cheapest way to get from Effingham to Indianapolis is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Effingham to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Effingham and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Effingham to Indianapolis station. However, there are services departing from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station via California & 35th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Effingham and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Effingham station to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Effingham Station and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Effingham to Indianapolis?

The distance between Effingham and Indianapolis is 374 miles. The road distance is 142.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Effingham to Indianapolis without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Effingham to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Effingham to Indianapolis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Effingham to Indianapolis train from?

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

Train or bus from Effingham to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Effingham to Indianapolis is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs $55 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $230 and takes 10h 9m.

Where does the Effingham to Indianapolis bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Effingham and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Effingham. It is currently 9:23 PM in Effingham and 10:23 PM in Indianapolis.

Where does the Effingham to Indianapolis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Effingham to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Effingham to Indianapolis is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Effingham to Indianapolis.

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

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Where can I stay near Indianapolis?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Indianapolisbus
9h
$60–117
Drive 141.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Effingham to Indianapoliscar 141.4 mi
2h 24m
$26–38
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
9h 45m
$55–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100
10h 9m
$92–224

Effingham to Indianapolis by train and bus

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9hAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Effingham to Indianapolis.

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Distance: 371.9 mi
Duration: 9h

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

You can take a train from Effingham Station to Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Indianapolis Union Station via California & 35th Street, Cottage Grove & Woodland Park, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, State & 95th Street, and Chicago in around 10h 9m.

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