Mark Twain Memorial Bridge: Gateway to Hannibal

Getting There

• Driving

  The Mark Twain Memorial Bridge carries both Interstate 72 and U.S. Highway 36. From Illinois, follow I-72 West or US-36 West to cross the bridge into Hannibal. From within Hannibal, follow the signs for I-72 East or US-36 East to access the bridge for travel into Illinois. The bridge is open to one lane of traffic in each direction due to rehabilitation work. There are no tolls to cross the Mark Twain Memorial Bridge.

• Public Transport

  While there is no direct bus service that crosses the Mark Twain Memorial Bridge, OATS Transit provides service to Hannibal from various locations in Marion County. From the OATS Transit stops in Hannibal, you can connect to locations near the bridge. One-way fares within Hannibal are around $2.00. Greyhound and Trailways also provide bus service to Hannibal. From the bus station, you can take a taxi or use local transportation to reach the bridge area. Bus tickets to Hannibal can start as low as $49.14.

• Walking

  If starting from downtown Hannibal, head towards North Main Street. Walk north until you reach the intersection with Broadway Street. Continue to Mark Twain Avenue and turn left. Follow Mark Twain Avenue directly to the bridge. There are pedestrian paths available. From the Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse, the bridge is accessible by heading down Cardiff Hill and following Main Street to Mark Twain Avenue.