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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 | San Antonio Station | CheapestFastest |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Effingham to San AntonioAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 19 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $290, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Effingham to San Antonio, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5505 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 $252
Effingham to San Antonio Train
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The cheapest trip from Effingham to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Oct 5, 2025 with a price of $711To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Effingham to San Antonio, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $711 to $711 for a train ticket from Effingham to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $711 which is on 2025-10-05.
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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Antonio, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Effingham and San Antonio compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Effingham to San Antonio while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
What's the cheapest way to go from Effingham to San Antonio, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Effingham and San Antonio, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $252 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $252. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Antonio, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Effingham to San Antonio, US in about 19h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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