Next available departures

Next departures for Effingham to St. Louis on July 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:01am	Effingham, IL	5h 29m	5:30am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
12:01am	Effingham, IL	5h 29m	5:30am	Gateway Station	No tags
5:10am	Effingham, IL	14h 15m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
5:10am	Effingham, IL	14h 15m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
5:10am	Effingham, IL	17h 13m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
5:10am	Effingham, IL	17h 13m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
5:10am	Effingham, IL	17h 13m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
9:09am	Effingham, IL	13h 14m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:12 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Effingham to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 400, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

153 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 400 - ZAR 1,039	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 1,665 - ZAR 11,365	Average Duration13h 14m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,845 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5845 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 1,058

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Effingham to St. Louis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Effingham to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to St. Louis start at ZAR 1,665. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Effingham to St. Louis?
The average train trip from Effingham to St. Louis takes 13h 14m and covers 154 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Effingham to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Effingham to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Effingham to St. Louis departs at 3:10am. The latest train departs at 9:09am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07-22

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07-23

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Today

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07-25

ZAR 1,140

07-26

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07-27

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07-28

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07-29

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The cheapest trip from Effingham to St. Louis was searched and found on Jul 25, 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,140

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Effingham to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,140 to ZAR 7,957 for a train ticket from Effingham to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,140 which is on 2026-07-25.