How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Effingham?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Effingham start at $102. The average price for this train route is around $153. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Effingham?

The average train trip from St. Louis to Effingham takes 15h 17m and covers 154 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Effingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Effingham?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Effingham departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Effingham from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Effingham on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 37m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 37m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 37m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	15h 50m	12:00am	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	15h 50m	12:00am	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Effingham on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 17m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 37m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 17m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 12m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 12m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Effingham on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 17m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 37m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 17m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 12m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 12m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Effingham on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 17m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 37m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 17m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 12m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 12m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Effingham on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 17m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	11h 37m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 17m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 12m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 12m	7:47pm	Effingham, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:51 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Effingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1h 45mAverage Duration

157 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $47	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$102 - $800	Average Duration15h 17m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5651 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 $102

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Effingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Effingham?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Effingham start at $102. The average price for this train route is around $153. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Effingham?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Effingham takes 15h 17m and covers 154 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Effingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Effingham?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Effingham departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

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

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$116

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$96

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$116

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$235

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Effingham was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $96

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

You can expect to pay from $96 to $771 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $116 which is on 2025-12-17.