What is the cheapest way to get from Effingham to St. Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Effingham to St. Louis is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Effingham to St. Louis?

The fastest way to get from Effingham to St. Louis is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $18 - $27.

How far is it from Effingham to St. Louis?

The distance between Effingham and St. Louis is 206 miles. The road distance is 101 miles.

How do I travel from Effingham to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Effingham to St. Louis without a car is to train and bus via Carbondale which takes 4h 48m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Effingham to St. Louis?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Effingham to St. Louis, including transfers.

Can I drive from Effingham to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Effingham to St. Louis is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Effingham to St. Louis.

Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 445+ hotels available in St. Louis.

Effingham to St. Louis - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Effingham to St. Louis by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus via Carbondale
best
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Carbondaletrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the bus from Carbondale to St. Louisbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 48m
$31–57
Drive 100.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Effingham to St. Louiscar 100.4 mi
1h 42m
$19–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to St Louis Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
5h 35m
$35–62

Effingham to St. Louis by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Effingham to St. Louis.

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Distance: 205.2 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Effingham, IL, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Effingham to St. Louis. However, you can take the train to Carbondale, walk to Carbondale, then take the bus to St. Louis. Alternatively, you can drive from Effingham to St. Louis in around 1h 42m.

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