4.0
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.
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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.
Distance | 175 mi (281 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 42m |
Lowest price | €20.53 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Illini Service |
Train lines | 3 |
Overall score for trains from Homewood to Effingham
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
4.0
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.
There are 3 train lines with service from Homewood to Effingham. There is only one daily train on each service.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak City of New Orleans | 1 | 2h 42m | €24.73 |
Amtrak Illini Service | 1 | 3h 1m | €39.85 |
Amtrak Saluki | 1 | 3h 0m | €27.62 |
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.
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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Homewood at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. 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.
There is one train station in Homewood.
18015 Park Ave
Effingham has one train station.
401 W National Ave
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