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About Effingham, IL

Effingham sits at the crossroads of Interstates 57 and 70 in central Illinois, making it a popular pit stop for travelers heading between Chicago and St. Louis or crossing the state east-west. The city offers convenient access via US Route 40 and serves surrounding farm communities through state routes 32 and 33. A 198-foot-tall cross dominates the skyline and serves as a landmark visible from both interstates.

Where is Effingham, IL on the map?

Effingham, IL is in United States, at 39.120, -88.551 - about 18 km north-west of Dieterich, IL.

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What is the closest airport to Effingham, IL?

The closest airport to Effingham, IL is St. Louis Lambert International Airport, 176 km (about 2 h 6 min by car).

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