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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Effingham is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Effingham is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Effingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Effingham. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Lupita's Grocery - Effingham via State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Effingham?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Effingham station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Effingham?

The distance between Indianapolis and Effingham is 410 miles. The road distance is 142.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Effingham without a car is to bus which takes 9h 18m and costs $80 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 9h 18m to get from Indianapolis to Effingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Effingham bus from?

Indianapolis to Effingham bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Effingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Indianapolis to Effingham?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Effingham is to bus which takes 9h 18m and costs $80 - $250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Effingham bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Effingham bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Effingham?

Effingham is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 10:25 PM in Indianapolis and 9:25 PM in Effingham.

Where does the Indianapolis to Effingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Effingham is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Indianapolis to Effingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 16+ hotels available in Effingham.

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicagobus FlixBus 2512 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Lupita's Grocery - Effinghambus Chicago
9h 18m
$80–249
Drive 142.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Effinghamcar 142.1 mi
2h 23m
$26–38
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
9h 41m
$61–125
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicagobus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the train from Homewood to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
9h 46m
$70–140

Indianapolis to Effingham by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 18mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Indianapolis to Effingham.

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Distance: 408 mi
Duration: 9h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Indianapolis to Lupita's Grocery - Effingham via Chicago, State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, California & 35th Street, and Chicago in around 9h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Indianapolis to Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 41m.

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