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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Effingham is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Effingham is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $15 - $23.

How far is it from Springfield to Effingham?

The distance between Springfield and Effingham is 157 miles. The road distance is 87.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Effingham without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 42m and costs $24 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Springfield to Effingham, including transfers.

Can I drive from Springfield to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Effingham is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Springfield to Effingham.

Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 18+ hotels available in Effingham.

Springfield to Effingham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
3h 42m
$25–45
Drive 87.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Effinghamcar 87.1 mi
2h 12m
$16–23
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to Bloomington-Normaltrain
2. Take the bus from Bloomington to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Stationtrain
4h 54m
$29–59

Springfield to Effingham by bus and train

19Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Springfield to Effingham.

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Springfield to Effingham. However, you can take the bus to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, walk to Champaign-Urbana, then take the train to Effingham Station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Springfield to Effingham Station via Bloomington-Normal, Bloomington, Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, and Champaign-Urbana in around 4h 54m.

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