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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Gateway Station | Effingham, IL | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Gateway Station | Effingham, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Effingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Effingham by bus
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 bus ticket from St. Louis to Effingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Effingham start from $24. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Effingham?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Effingham is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 97 miles (157 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Effingham route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Effingham?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Effingham at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 1:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Effingham?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Effingham generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from St. Louis 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Effingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to Effingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 St. Louis 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.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Effingham was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Effingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $208 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-31.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Effingham?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
