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Next departures for Effingham to St. Louis on September 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:57am	Effingham, IL	14h 10m	7:07pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:57am	Effingham, IL	17h 26m	10:23pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:09am	Effingham, IL	13h 14m	10:23pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:57am	Effingham, IL	17h 26m	10:23pm	Gateway Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:09am	Effingham, IL	13h 14m	10:23pm	Gateway Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Effingham to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 45mAverage Duration

95 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNOK 216 - NOK 255	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNOK 779 - NOK 1,324	Average Duration16h 15m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,515 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6515 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 NOK 638

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Effingham to St. Louis 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 Effingham to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to St. Louis start from NOK 779. The average price for this train route is around NOK 1,071. 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 Effingham to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Effingham to St. Louis is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 96 miles (154 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Effingham to St. Louis 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 Effingham to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Effingham to St. Louis at 3:10am. And the latest train departs at 9:09am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/24

NOK 985

09/25

NOK 605

Today

NOK 605

09/27

NOK 1,267

09/28

No data

09/29

No data

09/30

No data

10/01

No data

The cheapest trip from Effingham to St. Louis was searched and found on Sep 25, 2026 with a price of NOK 605

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

You can expect to pay from NOK 605 to NOK 5,341 for a train ticket from Effingham to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 1,267 which is on 2026-09-27.