What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns?

The distance between Kansas City and Meramec Caverns is 257 miles. The road distance is 231.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 57m and costs $140 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Meramec Caverns is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns.

Where can I stay near Meramec Caverns?

There are 41+ hotels available in Meramec Caverns.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns by train, taxi, bus, car, or plane

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Washington Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the taxi from Washington Station to Meramec Cavernstaxi
4h 57m
$144–234
Drive 230.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansas City to Meramec Cavernscar 230.4 mi
4h 40m
$43–61
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Washingtonbus Greyhound US0175s
2. Take the taxi from Washington to Meramec Cavernstaxi
5h 26m
$103–156
Fly, train, taxi
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane MCI - STL
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Washington Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Washington Station to Meramec Cavernstaxi
6h 18m
$174–723

Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) flights

20Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.7 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Meramec Caverns, MO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Kansas City to Meramec Caverns. However, you can take the train to Washington Station then take the taxi to Meramec Caverns. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Washington then take the taxi to Meramec Caverns.

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