How to Travel from
Elgin to Effingham
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Elgin to Effingham
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (839 km)
8 h 31 min
839 km.
from $46
Other
Rideshare
8 h 31 min
839 km.
from $10.94
Transport providers
Airlines
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to University
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$560.50
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Decatur
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$254.77
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$28.02–$121.02
Train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.46–$82.80
Metra
Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Elgin to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.33–$9.55
Chicago Transit (CTA)
Phone:
+1 888-968-7282
Website:
transitchicago.com/
Bus from Archer & Neva Terminal to 35th/Archer
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.60
Bus operators
Tornado Bus Company
Bus from Chicago to Lupita's
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.31–$114.65
Pace Bus
Bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.33
Bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Archer/Harlem
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.53
Peoria Charter Coach Company
Bus from Woodfield Mall to Illinois
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$52.23–$58.60
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin to Effingham?
The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Effingham is to drive which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 4h 2m.
What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to Effingham?
The fastest way to get from Elgin to Effingham is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .
Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Effingham?
No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Effingham. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 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 36m.
Is there a direct train between Elgin and Effingham?
No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Effingham station. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Effingham Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.
How far is it from Elgin to Effingham?
The distance between Elgin and Effingham is 380 km. The road distance is 384.6 km.
How do I travel from Elgin to Effingham without a car?
The best way to get from Elgin to Effingham without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $27.17 - $119.57 .
How long does it take to get from Elgin to Effingham?
It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Elgin to Effingham, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Elgin to Effingham bus from?
Elgin to Effingham bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 station.
Where do I catch the Elgin to Effingham train from?
Elgin to Effingham train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Train, bus or fly from Elgin to Effingham?
The best way to get from Elgin to Effingham is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $27.17 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 330 bus and line 62 bus, which costs $42.39 - $108.70 and takes 7h 36m. There are no good options to bus between Elgin to Effingham.
Where does the Elgin to Effingham bus arrive?
Elgin to Effingham bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Rosemont CTA Station.
Where does the Elgin to Effingham train arrive?
Elgin to Effingham train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.
Can I drive from Elgin to Effingham?
Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Effingham is 385 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Elgin to Effingham.
Where can I stay near Effingham?
There are 16+ hotels available in Effingham. Prices start at $41.75 per night.
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