Bus Tickets from Effingham, IL to Chicago, IL

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TodayMay 9
from US$115
TomorrowMay 10
from US$50
SunMay 11
from US$54
MonMay 12
from US$61
TueMay 13
from US$43
WedMay 14
from US$45
ThuMay 15
from US$44
FriMay 16
from US$48

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Effingham
    Departure location: Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Effingham
    Departure location: Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Effingham
    Departure location: Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago, IL
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:35 AM CDT.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Effingham to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$42 - US$168Average Duration7h 50m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$21 - US$175Average Duration4h 18m
29kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Effingham to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 4 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
4h 18mAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Effingham to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$69
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 50m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance312 km
Latest bus departure3:55pm

Effingham to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Effingham - Chicago

  1. How long is the trip from Effingham to Chicago by bus?

    The typical travel time from Effingham to Chicago by bus is around 7h 50m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Chicago in 3h 10m

  2. What is the travel distance from Effingham to Chicago?

    The distance between Effingham and Chicago is around 316 km (196 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Effingham to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's), in Effingham, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Effingham to Chicago?

    The bus fare from Effingham to Chicago is approximately US$69.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-07
US$34
05-08
US$44
Today
US$107
05-10
US$42
05-11
US$46
05-12
US$53
05-13
US$35
05-14
US$37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Effingham to Chicago was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of US$34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Effingham to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$160 for a bus ticket from Effingham to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35 which is on 2025-05-13.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Effingham to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Effingham to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Effingham to Chicago.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Effingham to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Effingham by bus?

Bus from Effingham to Chicago

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from Effingham to Chicago

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