What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Grove Village and Effingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Grove Village to Effingham. However, there are services departing from Lively Blvd & Greenleaf Ave and arriving at Lupita's Grocery - Effingham via Rosemont CTA Station, Archer & Neva Terminal, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Elk Grove Village to Effingham?

The distance between Elk Grove Village and Effingham is 223 miles. The road distance is 216.6 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Grove Village to Effingham without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $30 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove Village to Effingham bus from?

Elk Grove Village to Effingham bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Chicago station.

Train or bus from Elk Grove Village to Effingham?

The best way to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $30 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $170 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Elk Grove Village to Effingham bus arrive?

Elk Grove Village to Effingham bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Lupita's Grocery - Effingham station.

Can I drive from Elk Grove Village to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove Village to Effingham is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Elk Grove Village to Effingham.

Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 18+ hotels available in Effingham.

Elk Grove Village to Effingham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Elk Grove Village to Effingham by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham StationSaluki / ...
5h 46m
$31–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Lupita's Grocery - EffinghamChicago
7h 21m
$61–168
Drive 215.3 mi
1. Drive from Elk Grove Village to Effingham215.3 mi
3h 57m
$40–57
Fly to Decatur Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Decatur Airport (DEC)ORD - DEC
2. Drive from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Effingham
3h 59m
$45–263
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility to Illinois TerminalChicago Area to Champaign SOUTH / ...
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham StationSaluki / ...
7h 53m
$52–76
Fly to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)ORD - CMI
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Station
4h 45m
$56–282

Elk Grove Village to Effingham by bus, subway, foot, and train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

5h 46mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Elk Grove Village, IL, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $27–80 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Chicago to Lupita's Grocery - Effingham once daily. Tickets cost $55–160 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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