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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Effingham.
Busbud recommends taking the train from Washington to EffinghamAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Effingham. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Washington, DC, US to Effingham: Trip Overview
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Based on 5504 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $142
Washington to Effingham Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Effingham was searched and found on Oct 3, 2025 with a price of $136To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Effingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $136 to $1,036 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Effingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $151 which is on 2025-10-05.
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Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Washington and Effingham is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Effingham.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Effingham, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Washington and Effingham compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Washington to Effingham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Effingham?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe 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 $189 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $142. 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!
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