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Elgin to Effingham trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Elgin and Effingham takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin 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.

5h 28m
Duration
236 mi
Distance
$81
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Md-W
  2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Stationtrain train Saluki / ...
5h 58m
$71–147

Elgin to Effingham train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Elgin and Effingham. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 6:28 PM which arrives into Effingham at 12:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 236.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Elgin to Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 58m.

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