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

The cheapest way to get from Pontiac to Effingham is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontiac to Effingham is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Pontiac and Effingham?

No, there is no direct train from Pontiac station to Effingham station. However, there are services departing from Pontiac Station and arriving at Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Pontiac to Effingham?

The distance between Pontiac and Effingham is 156 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontiac to Effingham without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 36m and costs $35 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Pontiac to Effingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontiac to Effingham train from?

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

Where does the Pontiac to Effingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontiac to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontiac to Effingham is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Pontiac to Effingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Pontiac to Effingham?

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Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 18+ hotels available in Effingham.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Pontiac Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain
2. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Effingham Stationtrain
4h 36m
$39–86
Drive 145.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontiac to Effinghamcar 145.2 mi
2h 40m
$27–39
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Pontiac Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Effingham Stationtrain Saluki / ...
6h 35m
$89–200

Pontiac to Effingham by train and bus

21Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.2 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Pontiac, Livingston County, IL, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Pontiac Station to Effingham Station via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 35m.

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