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Eureka travel guide

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You're Going to Love Eureka

With a population of 10,189, Eureka is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Eureka to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Eureka

Eureka in October
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Eureka in October
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Eureka

Plane

Although Eureka doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to St. Louis Lambert Airport (STL), which is located 22 miles from Eureka. Columbia Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Eureka departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Eureka. The train journey from Eureka to Chicago takes 4h 46m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kansas City, expect to pay about $35 for a 5h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Eureka is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 25 miles from Eureka. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Eureka, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Nashville, the bus ride to Eureka takes 345 miles and will cost you around $100. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 365 miles.

Plane

Although Eureka doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to St. Louis Lambert Airport (STL), which is located 22 miles from Eureka. Columbia Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Eureka departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Eureka. The train journey from Eureka to Chicago takes 4h 46m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kansas City, expect to pay about $35 for a 5h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Eureka is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 25 miles from Eureka. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Eureka, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Nashville, the bus ride to Eureka takes 345 miles and will cost you around $100. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 365 miles.

Airports near Eureka

COUColumbia Regional
STLLambert-St Louis
BLVBelleville

Airlines serving Eureka

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,250 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,971 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (855 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Eureka

Most booked hotels in Eureka

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Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Chesterfield
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 888 reviews)
$151+
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Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Arnold
2 stars
Excellent (9, 1101 reviews)
$104+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Louis - Chesterfield
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 920 reviews)
$183+
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The Wildwood Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 727 reviews)
$111+
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Holiday Inn Saint Louis West At Six Flags
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 473 reviews)
$161+
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Hilton Garden Inn St. Louis/Chesterfield
3 stars
Excellent (8, 598 reviews)
$145+
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Renting a car in Eureka

Renting a car in Eureka costs $56 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Eureka.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Eureka (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Eureka is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Eureka costs $56 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Eureka.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Eureka (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Eureka is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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