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The average train between Chicago Union Station and Effingham takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Chicago Union Station to Effingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Chicago Union Station and Effingham. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago Union Station is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Effingham at 12:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Effingham Station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 46m.
Chicago Union Station to Effingham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Chicago Union Station to Effingham train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Effingham Station.
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The distance between Chicago Union Station and Effingham is 316.1 km. The road distance is 336 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $110–170 and the journey takes 3h 41m.
