How much is the bus ticket from Effingham to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Effingham to Chicago start at R 657. The average price for this route is around R 933. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Effingham to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Effingham to Chicago is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 300 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Effingham to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Effingham to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Effingham to Chicago at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 13:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Effingham to Chicago?

A bus trip from Effingham to Chicago produces an estimated 7.494125 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 Effingham to Chicago?

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 5784 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Effingham to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Effingham to Chicago?

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 Effingham to Chicago?

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.

Bus Effingham to Chicago from R 537 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Effingham to Chicago on 15 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:50	Effingham	12h 45m	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Effingham to Chicago on 16 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:00	Effingham	3h 20m	04:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:00	Effingham	7h 20m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	10:50	Effingham	12h 45m	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:56	Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)	3h 25m	11:21	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Chicago on 17 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:00	Effingham	3h 20m	04:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:00	Effingham	7h 20m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:56	Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)	3h 25m	11:21	Chicago, IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:20	Effingham	10h 15m	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Chicago on 18 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:00	Effingham	3h 20m	04:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:00	Effingham	7h 20m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:56	Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)	3h 25m	11:21	Chicago, IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:20	Effingham	10h 15m	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Chicago on 19 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:00	Effingham	3h 20m	04:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:00	Effingham	7h 20m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:56	Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)	3h 25m	11:21	Chicago, IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:20	Effingham	10h 15m	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Chicago on 20 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:00	Effingham	3h 20m	04:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:00	Effingham	7h 20m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:56	Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)	3h 25m	11:21	Chicago, IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:20	Effingham	10h 15m	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Chicago on 21 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:00	Effingham	3h 20m	04:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:00	Effingham	7h 20m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:56	Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)	3h 25m	11:21	Chicago, IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:20	Effingham	10h 15m	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Chicago on 22 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	01:00	Effingham	3h 20m	04:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:00	Effingham	7h 20m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	10:50	Effingham	12h 45m	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:56	Effingham, (IL - Flying J Travel Center-Effingham)	3h 25m	11:21	Chicago, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:26 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Effingham to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 336, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

4h 5mAverage duration

317 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 657 - R 2 416	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 336 - R 1 287	Average duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Effingham and Chicago?

Stops in Effingham

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

Compare companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 537 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Tornado Bus

3.2/5174 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi4.0

Amtrak

4.1/55 787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Los Limousines

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Effingham to Chicago 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 Effingham to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Effingham to Chicago start at R 657. The average price for this route is around R 933. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Effingham to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Effingham to Chicago is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 300 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Effingham to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Effingham to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Effingham to Chicago at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 13:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Effingham to Chicago?
A bus trip from Effingham to Chicago produces an estimated 7.494125 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 Effingham to Chicago?
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 5784 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Effingham to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Effingham to Chicago?
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 Effingham to Chicago?
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

13/04

R 805

14/04

R 922

Today

R 788

16/04

R 738

17/04

R 654

18/04

R 637

19/04

R 654

20/04

R 637

The cheapest trip from Effingham to Chicago was searched and found on 18 Apr 2026 with a price of R 637

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

You can expect to pay from R 637 to R 2 095 for a bus ticket from Effingham to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 637, which is on 2026-04-18.

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.