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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Austin, TX | Effingham, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Austin, TX | Effingham, IL | No tags |
Get from Austin to Effingham
The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $244, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $244
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Effingham by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Austin to Effingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Effingham start from $244. The average price for this train route is around $283. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Austin to Effingham?
The average train ride duration from Austin to Effingham is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 802 miles (1294 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Austin to Effingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Austin to Effingham?
The earliest train departs from Austin to Effingham at 9:24am. And the latest train departs at 9:24am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Effingham was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $234To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Austin, TX, US to Effingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $234 to $966 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $234 which is on 2025-12-19.
