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Effingham travel guide

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With a population of 12,328, Effingham is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Effingham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Effingham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Firefly Grill (1810 Avenue of Mid-America) and TGI FRIDAYS - Effingham (1208 N Keller Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Effingham

Effingham in January
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Effingham in January
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Effingham in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 5.3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Effingham, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Effingham

Plane

Although Effingham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Springfield Capital (SPI), which is located 126 km from Effingham. Evansville Dress Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Effingham departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 03m.

Train

The train station in Effingham is called Effingham, and is located 0.5 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Effingham is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 316 km from Effingham. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Effingham’s bus station is located 3 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Effingham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Springfield Capital (SPI), which is located 126 km from Effingham. Evansville Dress Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Effingham departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 03m.

Train

The train station in Effingham is called Effingham, and is located 0.5 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Effingham is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 316 km from Effingham. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Effingham’s bus station is located 3 km from the city center.

Airports near Effingham

EVVEvansville Dress Regional
SPISpringfield Capital
BMIBloomington-Normal

Airlines serving Effingham

KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,861 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,940 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,466 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,068 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,700 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (833 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,177 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (160 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,829 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (733 reviews)
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Where to stay in Effingham

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites Effingham and Hampton Inn & Suites Effingham.

Where to stay in popular areas of Effingham

Most booked hotels in Effingham

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Effingham
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 891 reviews)
$159+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Effingham
2 stars
Excellent (9, 930 reviews)
$115+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Effingham, IL
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 478 reviews)
$106+
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Quality Inn Effingham
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 396 reviews)
$97+
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Ramada by Wyndham Effingham
3 stars
Good (6.4, 530 reviews)
$65+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Effingham
2 stars
Okay (5.7, 772 reviews)
$48+
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Renting a car in Effingham

Renting a car in Effingham costs $100 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Decatur Arpt.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Effingham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Effingham, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Effingham costs $100 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Decatur Arpt.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Effingham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Effingham, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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