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

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Effingham is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Effingham is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $18 - $27.

How far is it from St. Louis to Effingham?

The distance between St. Louis and Effingham is 206 miles. The road distance is 100.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to Effingham without a car is to bus and train via Carbondale which takes 4h 39m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from St. Louis to Effingham, including transfers.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Effingham is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from St. Louis to Effingham.

Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 16+ hotels available in Effingham.

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

There are 3 ways to get from St. Louis 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 via Carbondale
best
1. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Carbondale to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
4h 39m
$32–49
Drive 100.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Effinghamcar 100.3 mi
1h 41m
$19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
5h 32m
$37–59

St. Louis to Effingham by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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

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Distance: 205.2 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from St. Louis to Effingham. However, you can take the bus to Carbondale, walk to Carbondale, then take the train to Effingham Station. Alternatively, you can drive from St. Louis to Effingham in around 1h 41m.

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