What is the cheapest way to get from Meramec Caverns to Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Meramec Caverns to Springfield is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Meramec Caverns to Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Meramec Caverns to Springfield is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Meramec Caverns to Springfield?

The distance between Meramec Caverns and Springfield is 176 miles. The road distance is 162.3 miles.

How do I travel from Meramec Caverns to Springfield without a car?

The best way to get from Meramec Caverns to Springfield without a car is to taxi and train which takes 4h 18m and costs $90 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Meramec Caverns to Springfield?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Meramec Caverns to Springfield, including transfers.

Can I drive from Meramec Caverns to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Meramec Caverns to Springfield is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Meramec Caverns to Springfield.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

Meramec Caverns to Springfield - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Meramec Caverns to Springfield by taxi, train, bus, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Meramec Caverns to Washington Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Washington Amtrak Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
4h 18m
$90–164
Drive 161.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Meramec Caverns to Springfield161.4 mi
2h 50m
$30–43
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Meramec Caverns to Washington
2. Take the bus from Washington to St Louis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
4h 30m
$110–163
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Sullivan, MO to St Louis International Airport
2. Take the train from St. Louis to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
4h 51m
$172–229

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Meramec Caverns, MO, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Meramec Caverns to Springfield. However, you can take the taxi to Washington Amtrak Station then take the train to Springfield. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Washington, take the bus to St Louis Bus Station, then take the bus to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center.

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