Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mammoth Cave travel guide

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Mammoth Cave is a must-see destination in Kentucky, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mammoth Cave to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Mammoth Cave

Mammoth Cave in November
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mammoth Cave in November
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mammoth Cave in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Mammoth Cave, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Mammoth Cave

Plane

Although Mammoth Cave doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Louisville Airport (SDF), which is located 71 miles from Mammoth Cave. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mammoth Cave departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Mammoth Cave is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 80 miles from Mammoth Cave. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mammoth Cave, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Mammoth Cave takes 225 miles and will cost you around $51. From West Memphis, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 235 miles.

Plane

Although Mammoth Cave doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Louisville Airport (SDF), which is located 71 miles from Mammoth Cave. Nashville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mammoth Cave departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Mammoth Cave is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 80 miles from Mammoth Cave. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mammoth Cave, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Mammoth Cave takes 225 miles and will cost you around $51. From West Memphis, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airports near Mammoth Cave

BNANashville Intl
SDFLouisville Intl
EVVEvansville Dress Regional

Airlines serving Mammoth Cave

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
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Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Mammoth Cave

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Mammoth Cave Lodge and Cabins
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 48 reviews)
$114+
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The Lodge at Mammoth Cave
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$110+
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Renting a car in Mammoth Cave

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Mammoth Cave (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.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Mammoth Cave (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.

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