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Homewood - Effingham Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Homewood and Effingham. The average train journey from Homewood to Effingham takes 2 hours and 54 minutes, but some Amtrak City of New Orleans train trips are as short as 2 hours and 42 minutes.

Distance175 mi (281 km)
Fastest train2h 42m
Lowest price$29.91
Trains per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak City of New Orleans
Train lines3

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from Homewood to Effingham

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

4.0

4.0

Kendell

June 13, 2019- Visiting family

Amtrak Saluki

Pros: comfort, able to get work done and had a nice meal. Cons: on time. it was 75 min late and my ride was coming from an hr away so could not just wait at home.

What is the price of a train ticket from Homewood to Effingham?

The average price for a train ticket from Homewood to Effingham is $35.35, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 2 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $36.16 more.

Monthly average prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during March. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Homewood to Effingham, with the average price at just $31. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in November, when the average price goes up to $65. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Homewood to Effingham?

There are 3 train lines with service from Homewood to Effingham. There is only one daily train on each service.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak City of New Orleans12h 43m$62.54
Amtrak Illini Service13h 2m$79.77
Amtrak Saluki13h 0m$56.65
  • The City of New Orleans is an Amtrak route that runs daily trains from Chicago to New Orleans and vice versa. The City of New Orleans includes a sightseer lounge with panoramic windows for the best views of the five states along the route. Affordable Coach seats cost about for a trip from Homewood to Effingham. However, the City of New Orleans also offers private roomettes and bedrooms for added comfort and luxury (and a higher price). Passengers who book sleeper accommodations will enjoy included meals, and all passengers can stop into the cafe car to purchase meals and snacks.

  • Since 1973, Amtrak's Illini Service has provided reliable train transportation to 11 Illinois cities. The Illini operates as an evening commuter train from Chicago to Carbondale, while its sister train, the Amtrak Saluki, runs the morning route. Commuters rely on this service as a safe and convenient transportation option every day. Each train offers WiFi and power outlets, plus a cafe car and business class seating. Illini trains meet the highest federal standard for reducing emissions, with up to 90% less greenhouse gas emissions.

  • Since its inception in 2006, the Amtrak Saluki line has offered daily train trips between Chicago and Carbondale. The Amtrak Saluki operates along 500 kilometers of railroad, stopping at numerous midwestern towns like Kankakee, Rantoul, and Effingham. The trains on this line are equipped with onboard WiFi, power outlets, air conditioning, and a cafe car, with the option to upgrade to business class seating. This line is known for using trains that produce 90% fewer carbon emissions than other trains, meaning that your trip is green as well as convenient.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Homewood and Effingham is approximately 175 miles, or 281 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 54 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 42 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Homewood to Effingham are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Homewood at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in Homewood twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Effingham with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Effingham to Homewood.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Homewood?

Main departure station: 18015 Park Ave

There is one train station in Homewood.

All train stations in Homewood:

  • 18015 Park Ave

Where is the train station in Effingham?

Main arrival station: 401 W National Ave

Effingham has one train station.

Train stations in Effingham:

  • 401 W National Ave

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