What is the cheapest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Effingham?

The cheapest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Effingham is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Effingham?

The fastest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Effingham is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Poplar Bluff to Effingham?

The distance between Poplar Bluff and Effingham is 248 miles. The road distance is 233.8 miles.

How do I travel from Poplar Bluff to Effingham without a car?

The best way to get from Poplar Bluff to Effingham without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 26m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Poplar Bluff to Effingham?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Poplar Bluff to Effingham, including transfers.

Can I drive from Poplar Bluff to Effingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Poplar Bluff to Effingham is 234 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Poplar Bluff to Effingham.

Where can I stay near Effingham?

There are 19+ hotels available in Effingham.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Poplar Bluff to Effingham by car, bus, or train

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Poplar Bluff to Flying J - Matthewscar
2. Take the bus from Flying J - Matthews to Lupita's Grocery - Effinghambus Milwaukee
4h 31m
$60–164
Drive 232.5 mi
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1. Drive from Poplar Bluff to Effinghamcar 232.5 mi
3h 49m
$43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poplar Bluff Station to St. Louistrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Effinghambus Greyhound US0421
7h 26m
$69–137

Poplar Bluff to Effingham by train and bus

10Weekly Services

7h 26mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.2 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Poplar Bluff, MO, USA and Effingham, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Poplar Bluff to Effingham. However, you can drive to Flying J - Matthews then take the bus to Lupita's Grocery - Effingham. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poplar Bluff Station to Effingham via St. Louis and St Louis Bus Station in around 7h 26m.

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