What is the cheapest way to get from Effingham to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Effingham to Alton is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Effingham to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Effingham to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Effingham and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Effingham to Alton. However, there are services departing from Effingham and arriving at North County Transit Center via Civic Center Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Effingham to Alton?

The distance between Effingham and Alton is 127 miles. The road distance is 98.4 miles.

How do I travel from Effingham to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Effingham to Alton without a car is to bus and line 74 bus which takes 2h 54m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Effingham to Alton?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Effingham to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Effingham to Alton bus from?

Effingham to Alton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Effingham station.

Where does the Effingham to Alton bus arrive?

Effingham to Alton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Effingham to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Effingham to Alton is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Effingham to Alton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Effingham to Alton?

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 58+ hotels available in Alton.

Effingham to Alton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 74 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 74 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Effingham to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from Civic Center Transit Center to North County Transit Centerbus 74 / ...
2h 54m
$46–70
Drive 97.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Effingham to Altoncar 97.8 mi
1h 50m
$18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Effingham to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Alton Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
3h 23m
$33–59

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Distance: 126.2 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Effingham to Alton via St Louis Bus Station, Civic Center Transit Center, and North County Transit Center in around 2h 54m.

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