How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Effingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Effingham start from £168. The average price for this train route is around £168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Effingham?

The average train journey time from Washington to Effingham is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 619 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Effingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Effingham?

The earliest train from Washington to Effingham departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Train Washington to Effingham from £168 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Washington to Effingham on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59	Union Station	1d 9h	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Union Station	1d 4h	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Union Station	1d 8h	23:36	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Union Station	1d 8h	23:36	Effingham, IL	No tags
Train	16:05	Union Station	1d 4h	19:47	Effingham, IL	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 1 day, 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 4hAverage duration

619 milesDistance

91kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£148 - £204	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£168 - £174	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5644 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 £168

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Effingham by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Effingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Effingham start from £168. The average price for this train route is around £168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Effingham?
The average train journey time from Washington to Effingham is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 619 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Effingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Effingham?
The earliest train from Washington to Effingham departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Effingham?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 4h	Avg price£185	Daily departures9
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 4h	Avg price£168	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US and Effingham is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £168 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £168. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Effingham, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Effingham in about 1d 4h – that's the fastest way to get there!