Train from Chicago to Effingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Effingham on 18 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Effingham, ILCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Effingham, ILFastest
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Effingham, ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Effingham, ILNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Effingham, ILNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 00:04 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Effingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 18,017, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
3h 55mAverage duration
317 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceCLP 35,277 - CLP 132,676Average duration6h 15m
8kg CO₂e
Average priceCLP 18,017 - CLP 277,072Average duration3h 55m
29kg CO₂e

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
15/04
CLP 23,422
16/04
CLP 65,762
Today
CLP 61,258
18/04
CLP 31,530
19/04
CLP 37,836
20/04
CLP 31,530
21/04
No data
22/04
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Effingham was searched and found on 15 Apr 2026 with a price of CLP 23,422

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 23,422 to CLP 188,276 for a train ticket from Chicago to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 31,530, which is on 2026-04-18.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Effingham?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Chicago and Effingham is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost CLP 28,134 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from CLP 18,017. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Effingham, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Effingham in about 3h 55m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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