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

The cheapest way to get from Effingham to Wheaton is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Effingham to Wheaton is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Effingham and Wheaton?

No, there is no direct bus from Effingham to Wheaton. However, there are services departing from Effingham and arriving at Liberty Dr & Hale St via Harrison & Jefferson, 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Line and Oak Brook Center / Macy's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Effingham and Wheaton?

No, there is no direct train from Effingham station to Wheaton. However, there are services departing from Effingham Station and arriving at Wheaton via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Effingham to Wheaton?

The distance between Effingham and Wheaton is 227 miles. The road distance is 212.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Effingham to Wheaton without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $110 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Effingham to Wheaton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Effingham to Wheaton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Effingham to Wheaton train from?

Effingham to Wheaton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Effingham Station.

Train or bus from Effingham to Wheaton?

The best way to get from Effingham to Wheaton is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $110 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Effingham to Wheaton bus arrive?

Effingham to Wheaton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Effingham to Wheaton train arrive?

Effingham to Wheaton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Effingham to Wheaton?

Yes, the driving distance between Effingham to Wheaton is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Effingham to Wheaton.

Where can I stay near Wheaton?

There are 340+ hotels available in Wheaton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Effingham to Wheaton by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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best
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Wheatontrain Up-W
5h 28m
$117–178
Drive 211.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Effingham to Wheatoncar 211.6 mi
3h 48m
$39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Wheatontrain Up-W
6h 50m
$51–71
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Wheatontrain
6h 6m
$92–323
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Effingham to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0125
7h 16m
$44–63

Effingham to Wheaton by train, foot, and bus

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.5 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Effingham Station to Wheaton via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Effingham to Chicago Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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