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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | West Palm Beach, FL | Effingham, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | West Palm Beach, FL | Effingham, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | West Palm Beach, FL | Effingham, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | West Palm Beach, FL | Effingham, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | West Palm Beach, FL | Effingham, IL | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from West Palm Beach to Effingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5666 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 $584
Frequently asked questions about traveling from West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach to Effingham?
The cheapest train tickets from West Palm Beach to Effingham start from $584. The average price for this train route is around $655. 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 West Palm Beach to Effingham?
The average train ride duration from West Palm Beach to Effingham is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 985 miles (1589 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the West Palm Beach to Effingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from West Palm Beach to Effingham?
The earliest train departs from West Palm Beach to Effingham at 9:47am. And the latest train departs at 12:35pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from West Palm Beach to Effingham was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $307To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from West Palm Beach to Effingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $307 to $1,845 for a train ticket from West Palm Beach to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $307 which is on 2025-12-25.
