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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Gateway Station | Effingham, IL | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Gateway Station | Effingham, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Effingham
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 R 399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Effingham by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to Effingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Effingham start at R 399. The average price for this route is around R 451. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from St. Louis to Effingham?
The average bus journey time from St. Louis to Effingham is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 157 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Effingham route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Effingham?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Effingham at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 13:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Effingham?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Effingham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from St. Louis to Effingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Effingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from St. Louis to Effingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Effingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Effingham was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 067To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Effingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 067 to R 3 579 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 067, which is on 2025-12-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Effingham?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
