How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Effingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Effingham start from £171. The average price for this train route is around £176. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Effingham?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Effingham is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 713 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Effingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Effingham?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Effingham departs at 09:50. And the latest train departs at 13:03.

Train Philadelphia to Effingham from £171 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Effingham on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:44	30th Street Station	1d 14h	23:36	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1d 8h	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1d 11h	23:36	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	13:03	30th Street Station	1d 7h	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	09:44	30th Street Station	1d 12h	21:36	Effingham, IL	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 day, 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 1hAverage duration

714 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£110 - £178	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£171 - £229	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5652 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 £171

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Effingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Effingham start from £171. The average price for this train route is around £176. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Effingham?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Effingham is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 713 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Effingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Effingham?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Effingham departs at 09:50. And the latest train departs at 13:03.