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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Effingham, IL | Gateway Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Effingham, IL | Gateway Station | No tags | |||||
| Effingham, IL | Gateway Station | No tags | |||||
| Effingham, IL | Gateway Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Effingham to St. Louis
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 PEN 83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5822 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 PEN 207
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 PEN 207. The average price for this train route is around PEN 445. 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.
The cheapest trip from Effingham to St. Louis was searched and found on Jun 18, 2026 with a price of PEN 196To 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 PEN 196 to PEN 1,761 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 PEN 196 which is on 2026-06-18.
