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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Effingham start at $115. The average price for this train route is around $189. 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 13h 50m 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 $91 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Effingham on June 13
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 June 14
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	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 50m	10:00pm	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Effingham on June 15
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 June 16
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 June 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 June 18
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: Yesterday at 9:42 PM CDT.

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 $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 45mAverage Duration

153 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $51	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$115 - $779	Average Duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,822 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5822 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $115

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 $115. The average price for this train route is around $189. 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 13h 50m 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06-10

$109

06-11

No data

Today

$248

06-13

$169

06-14

$175

06-15

$134

06-16

$101

06-17

$91

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Effingham was searched and found on Jun 17, 2026 with a price of $91

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 $91 to $751 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 $91 which is on 2026-06-17.