Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Austin, TX | Effingham, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Austin, TX | Effingham, IL | No tags |
Get from Austin to Effingham
The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just £187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 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 £187
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Effingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Austin to Effingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Effingham start from £187. The average price for this train route is around £217. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Austin to Effingham?
The average train journey time from Austin to Effingham is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 802 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Austin to Effingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Austin to Effingham?
The earliest train from Austin to Effingham departs at 09:24. And the latest train departs at 09:24.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Effingham was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of £180To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Austin, TX, US to Effingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £180 to £740 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £180, which is on 2025-12-19.
