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How to get fromEffingham to Charlestonby train, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Effingham to Charleston by train, taxi, or car

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  1. Train, taxi (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain train Saluki / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Charlestontaxi taxi
    40 min
    $39–58

  2. Drive 37.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Effingham to Charlestoncar car 37.9 mi
    41 min
    $7–10

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Effingham to Charlestontaxi taxi 37.9 mi
    41 min
    $85–110

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  • Distance: 38.5 mi
  • Duration: 40 min

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

There is no direct connection from Effingham to Charleston. However, you can take the train to Mattoon Amtrak Station then take the taxi to Charleston. Alternatively, you can drive from Effingham to Charleston in around 41 min.

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