Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Effingham on 30 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 25m	02:05	Effingham	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	21:25	Effingham	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	02:05	Effingham	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Effingham on 31 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 25m	02:05	Effingham	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	21:25	Effingham	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	02:05	Effingham	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:55	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:25	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Effingham on 1 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 25m	02:05	Effingham	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	21:25	Effingham	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	02:05	Effingham	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:55	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:25	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Effingham on 2 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 25m	02:05	Effingham	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	21:25	Effingham	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	02:05	Effingham	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:55	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:25	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Effingham on 3 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	21:25	Effingham	Cheapest
	Bus	22:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 25m	02:05	Effingham	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	02:05	Effingham	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:55	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:25	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Effingham on 4 August
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	3h 25m	02:05	Effingham	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	21:25	Effingham	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	02:05	Effingham	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:55	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Chicago, IL	3h 25m	16:25	Effingham, (IL - Lupita's Grocery-Effingham)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Effingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 359, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 55mAverage duration

317 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 687 - R 3 079	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 359 - R 1 312	Average duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Effingham

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Effingham

A
Effingham Bus Stop (McDonald's)
2500 N 3rd St Rt 45N, Effingham, IL 62401
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Tornado Bus

3.2/5177 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi3.8

Greyhound

3.5/587 588 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Amtrak

4.1/55 847 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Effingham by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Effingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Effingham start at R 687. The average price for this route is around R 1 566. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Effingham?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Effingham is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 307 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Effingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Effingham?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Effingham at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Effingham?
A bus trip from Chicago to Effingham produces an estimated 7.66595 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Effingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5847 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Effingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Effingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Effingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/07

R 820

29/07

R 1 299

Today

R 855

31/07

R 991

01/08

R 752

02/08

R 1 026

03/08

R 889

04/08

R 615

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Effingham was searched and found on 04 Aug 2026 with a price of R 615

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

You can expect to pay from R 615 to R 2 401 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 615, which is on 2026-08-04.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.