How much is the train ticket from Effingham to Greenville?

The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to Greenville start from R 5 604. The average price for this train route is around R 7 053. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Effingham to Greenville?

The average train journey time from Effingham to Greenville is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 722 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Effingham to Greenville route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Effingham to Greenville departs at 04:57. And the latest train departs at 05:10.

Train Effingham to Greenville from R 6 258 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Effingham to Greenville on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	1d 23h	05:24	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	1d 23h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Greenville on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	1d 23h	05:24	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Effingham to Greenville on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	1d 23h	05:24	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	1d 23h	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:02 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Effingham to Greenville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Greenville. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 466, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

19h 40mAverage duration

733 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 466 - R 2 751	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 604 - R 29 113	Average duration1d 23h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 5 604

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Effingham to Greenville, SC by train

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 train ticket from Effingham to Greenville?
The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to Greenville start from R 5 604. The average price for this train route is around R 7 053. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Effingham to Greenville?
The average train journey time from Effingham to Greenville is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 722 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Effingham to Greenville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Effingham to Greenville?
The earliest train from Effingham to Greenville departs at 04:57. And the latest train departs at 05:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 5 411

10/12

R 5 567

Today

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12/12

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13/12

R 22 611

14/12

R 22 456

15/12

R 6 258

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The cheapest trip from Effingham to Greenville, SC was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 411

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 411 to R 23 303 for a train ticket from Effingham to Greenville, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 258, which is on 2025-12-15.