Next departures for Chicago to Effingham on November 22
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Chicago, IL
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)
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West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)
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Next departures for Chicago to Effingham on November 25
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Chicago, IL
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)
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West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)
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Next departures for Chicago to Effingham on November 26
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Chicago, IL
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)
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West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)
Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Effingham
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 155 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the value for money but often complained with the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $176
Based on 5597 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $32
Based on 87387 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $56
Based on 11391 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $138
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Effingham by bus
What is the travel distance from Chicago to Effingham?
The distance between Chicago and Effingham is around 316 km (196 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Effingham?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Effingham.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-19
$167
11-20
$167
Today
$196
11-22
$196
11-23
$196
11-24
$196
11-25
$196
11-26
$196
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Effingham was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $167
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Effingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $167 to $218 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $196 which is on 2025-11-22.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Effingham was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $167
