How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Effingham?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Effingham start from COP 289 548. The average price for this train route is around COP 477 154. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Effingham?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Effingham is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 154 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Effingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Effingham?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Effingham departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 08:10.

Train St. Louis to Effingham from COP 228 390 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Effingham on 13 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	11h 37m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Effingham on 14 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	11h 37m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	13h 50m	22:00	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Effingham on 15 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	11h 37m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Effingham on 16 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	11h 37m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Effingham on 17 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	11h 37m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Effingham on 18 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Gateway Station	11h 37m	19:47	Effingham, IL	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	15h 17m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	13h 12m	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:42 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis 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 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 93 024, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 45mAverage duration

153 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCOP 93 024 - COP 127 464	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCOP 289 548 - COP 1 970 496	Average duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 822 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5822 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at COP 289 548

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Effingham 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 St. Louis to Effingham?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Effingham start from COP 289 548. The average price for this train route is around COP 477 154. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Effingham?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Effingham is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 154 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Effingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Effingham?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Effingham departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 08:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/06

COP 275 518

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COP 627 166

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COP 427 778

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COP 442 279

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COP 337 147

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COP 253 767

17/06

COP 228 390

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Effingham was searched and found on 17 Jun 2026 with a price of COP 228 390

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

You can expect to pay from COP 228 390 to COP 1 899 623 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 228 390, which is on 2026-06-17.