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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Hammond to Effingham per day. The average train journey from Hammond to Effingham takes 14 hours and 11 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 605 mi (974 km) |
Fastest train | 14h 11m |
Lowest price | $116.21 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak City of New Orleans |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Hammond to Effingham?
Amtrak City of New Orleans is the one and only train line which connects Hammond to Effingham. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak City of New Orleans | 1 | 14h 11m | $133.30 |
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 Hammond 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Hammond and Effingham is approximately 605 miles, or 974 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 11 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Hammond to Effingham on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Hammond at 2:00pm and arrives in Effingham around 14 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Effingham with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Effingham to Hammond.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hammond?
Main departure station: 404 NW Railroad Ave
There is one train station in Hammond.
All train stations in Hammond:
404 NW Railroad 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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