Discover the Wonders of Meramec Caverns

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car from anywhere in Northeast Missouri, head south on US-61 S towards St. Louis. Merge onto I-44 W towards Tulsa. Continue on I-44 W for approximately 80 miles. Take exit 226 for MO-185 toward Sullivan. Turn left onto MO-185 S, which will lead you to the intersection with Highway W. Turn right onto Highway W, and after about 3 miles, you will find Meramec Caverns on your left at 1135 Hwy W, Sullivan, MO 63080. There is a parking fee of around $10 for visitors.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, start by taking a Greyhound bus from major cities in Northeast Missouri to St. Louis. From the Greyhound terminal in St. Louis, you can take a local transit bus or rideshare service (like Uber or Lyft) to reach Sullivan, MO. The ride will take approximately 1.5 hours. Once in Sullivan, you can use a local taxi service or rideshare to get to Meramec Caverns, which is about 5 miles from the city center. Check for local taxi services in Sullivan as they may have varying costs.

• Rideshare

  If you're in a city like Hannibal or Kirksville, consider using a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft. Input your destination as 'Meramec Caverns' or the address '1135 Hwy W, Sullivan, MO 63080'. The cost will vary based on your starting location but expect to pay anywhere from $30 to $60 depending on distance and surge pricing. This is a convenient option if you prefer not to drive.