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

Poplar Bluff travel guide

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You're Going to Love Poplar Bluff

With a population of 17,023, Poplar Bluff is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Poplar Bluff deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Poplar Bluff

If you’re looking for affordable options, Castello's Rest (2781 N Westwood Blvd) and Buffalo Wild Wings - Poplar Bluff (1429 N Westwood Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Poplar Bluff

Poplar Bluff in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Poplar Bluff in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Poplar Bluff in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 35.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 5″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Poplar Bluff, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to Poplar Bluff

Plane

Although Poplar Bluff doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cape Girardeau (CGI), which is located 56 miles from Poplar Bluff. The shortest domestic flight to Poplar Bluff departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

The train station in Poplar Bluff is called Poplar Bluff, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Poplar Bluff is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 130 miles from Poplar Bluff. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Plane

Although Poplar Bluff doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cape Girardeau (CGI), which is located 56 miles from Poplar Bluff. The shortest domestic flight to Poplar Bluff departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

The train station in Poplar Bluff is called Poplar Bluff, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Poplar Bluff is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 130 miles from Poplar Bluff. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Airports near Poplar Bluff

CGICape Girardeau
PAHPaducah Barkley Regional
JBRJonesboro

Airlines serving Poplar Bluff

Contour
Good (26 reviews)
Southern / Mokulele
Good (27 reviews)
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Where to stay in Poplar Bluff

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Poplar Bluff and Super 8 by Wyndham Poplar Bluff Missouri.

Where to stay in popular areas of Poplar Bluff

Most booked hotels in Poplar Bluff

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Drury Inn & Suites Poplar Bluff
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 597 reviews)
$132+
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Hampton Inn Poplar Bluff
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 319 reviews)
$110+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Poplar Bluff
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 372 reviews)
$112+
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Comfort Inn Poplar Bluff North
2 stars
Good (7, 656 reviews)
$99+
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Motel 6 Poplar Bluff, MO
2 stars
Good (6.8, 440 reviews)
$83+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Poplar Bluff Missouri
2 stars
Okay (5.4, 705 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Poplar Bluff

Renting a car in Poplar Bluff costs $52 per day, on average, or $105 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Poplar Bluff (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 Poplar Bluff is Intermediate (Chevrolet Colorado or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Poplar Bluff costs $52 per day, on average, or $105 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Poplar Bluff (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 Poplar Bluff is Intermediate (Chevrolet Colorado or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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