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La Crosse to Effingham trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between La Crosse and Effingham takes 9h 38m and the fastest train takes 9h 10m. There is at least one train per day from La Crosse 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.

9h 38m
Duration
479 mi
Distance
$312
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

La Crosse to Effingham train times

Trains run once daily between La Crosse and Effingham. The earliest departure is at 10:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from La Crosse is at 2:17 PM which arrives into Effingham at 12:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 10m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak9h 43m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak9h 43m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak9h 43m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak9h 43m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak9h 43m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak9h 43m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak9h 43m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from La Crosse to Effingham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 479.4 mi
  • Duration: 9h 38m

What companies run services between La Crosse, WI, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

You can take a train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 49m.

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