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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Effingham, IL | Intermodal Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | MKE Airport - Trains | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Intermodal Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Intermodal Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Intermodal Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Effingham to Milwaukee
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Milwaukee. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 891, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 891
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Effingham to Milwaukee by train
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 train ticket from Effingham to Milwaukee?
The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to Milwaukee start from R 891. The average price for this train route is around R 1 239. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Effingham to Milwaukee?
The average train journey time from Effingham to Milwaukee is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 439 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Effingham to Milwaukee route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Effingham to Milwaukee?
The earliest train from Effingham to Milwaukee departs at 05:10. And the latest train departs at 17:54.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Effingham to Milwaukee was searched and found on 14 Apr 2026 with a price of R 942To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Effingham to Milwaukee as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 942 to R 3 112 for a train ticket from Effingham to Milwaukee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 942, which is on 2026-04-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Effingham to Milwaukee?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Effingham and Milwaukee is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 239 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 891. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Milwaukee, choose the train, as it will take you from Effingham to Milwaukee in about 7h 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!
