How much does a train ticket cost from Effingham to Mattoon?

The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to Mattoon start from €5. The average price for this train route is around €5. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Effingham to Mattoon?

The average train journey time from Effingham to Mattoon is 24m, covering a distance of 44 km. The fastest train gets you there in 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Effingham to Mattoon route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Effingham to Mattoon?

The earliest train from Effingham to Mattoon departs at 05:10. And the latest train departs at 17:54.

Train Effingham to Mattoon from €3 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Effingham to Mattoon on 16 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:54	Effingham, IL	24m	18:18	Mattoon	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:54	Effingham, IL	24m	18:18	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Mattoon on 17 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	CheapestFastest
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	No tags
Train	17:54	Effingham, IL	24m	18:18	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Mattoon on 18 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	CheapestFastest
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	No tags
Train	17:54	Effingham, IL	24m	18:18	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Mattoon on 19 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	CheapestFastest
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	No tags
Train	17:54	Effingham, IL	24m	18:18	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Mattoon on 20 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	CheapestFastest
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	No tags
Train	17:54	Effingham, IL	24m	18:18	Mattoon	No tags

Next departures from Effingham to Mattoon on 21 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	CheapestFastest
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	05:10	Effingham, IL	26m	05:36	Mattoon	No tags
Train	09:09	Effingham, IL	24m	09:33	Mattoon	No tags
Train	17:54	Effingham, IL	24m	18:18	Mattoon	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 15:11 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Effingham to Mattoon

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Mattoon. The journey takes about 24 minutes and with fares starting at just €5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

24mAverage duration

44 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€5 - €5	Average duration24m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€5 - €9	Average duration24m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,768 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5768 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at €5

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Effingham to Mattoon by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Effingham to Mattoon?
The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to Mattoon start from €5. The average price for this train route is around €5. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Effingham to Mattoon?
The average train journey time from Effingham to Mattoon is 24m, covering a distance of 44 km. The fastest train gets you there in 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Effingham to Mattoon route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Effingham to Mattoon?
The earliest train from Effingham to Mattoon departs at 05:10. And the latest train departs at 17:54.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/03

€3

15/03

€3

Today

€3

17/03

€3

18/03

€3

19/03

€3

20/03

€3

21/03

€3

The cheapest trip from Effingham to Mattoon was searched and found on 14 Mar 2026 with a price of €3

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Effingham to Mattoon as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €3 to €168 for a train ticket from Effingham to Mattoon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €3, which is on 2026-03-17.