What is the cheapest way to get from Bowling Green to Effingham?

The cheapest way to get from Bowling Green to Effingham is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowling Green to Effingham?

The fastest way to get from Bowling Green to Effingham is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Bowling Green and Effingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowling Green station to Effingham. However, there are services departing from Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove and arriving at Effingham via Lafayette Rd & Office Plaza Blvd and Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

How far is it from Bowling Green to Effingham?

The distance between Bowling Green and Effingham is 341 miles. The road distance is 221.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bowling Green to Effingham without a car?

The best way to get from Bowling Green to Effingham without a car is to bus which takes 9h 3m and costs $120 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Bowling Green to Effingham?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Bowling Green to Effingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowling Green to Effingham bus from?

Bowling Green to Effingham bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove.

Where does the Bowling Green to Effingham bus arrive?

Bowling Green to Effingham bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Bowling Green to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowling Green to Effingham is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Bowling Green to Effingham.

Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 18+ hotels available in Effingham.

Bowling Green to Effingham - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Bowling Green to Effingham by car, bus, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Drive, bus, train
best
1. Drive from Bowling Green to Clarksville Park & Ridecar
2. Take the bus from Clarksville Park & Ride to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the train from Carbondale to Effingham Stationtrain
7h 13m
$73–137
Drive 220.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bowling Green to Effinghamcar 220.1 mi
4h 31m
$41–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove to Indianapolisbus Memphis
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Effinghambus Greyhound US0421
9h 3m
$125–261

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Distance: 338.8 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Bowling Green, KY, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Bowling Green to Effingham via Shell Gas Station - Smiths Grove, Indianapolis, Lafayette Rd & Office Plaza Blvd, Ctc-R, and Indianapolis Union Station in around 9h 3m.

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