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Before you go
Your trip to Sandusky.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Sandusky – Ohio Destination Cleveland and Cedar Point
How to get there
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Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) Cleveland · 90 km
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Sandusky Station 2 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
By car, about an hour from Cleveland. Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE) is about 90 km away. Long-distance trains stop at Sandusky station.
How many days
One full day for Cedar Point; two days to include the water park or a trip to the islands.
When to go
From May to October, during Cedar Point’s season; July and August are the warmest and busiest months.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes, for arriving and getting around; the park has paid parking, and a causeway road links the city to the Cedar Point peninsula.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Sandusky
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All day
Cedar Point
Arrive before Cedar Point opens and start with the most popular roller coasters, such as Millennium Force and Steel Vengeance.
2 days in Sandusky
Day 2
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All day
Cedar Point Shores
Spend the day at the Cedar Point Shores water park or take a ferry to the islands in Lake Erie.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
How far is Sandusky from Cedar Point?
About 8 km from downtown to the park entrance, via the causeway road that leads to the peninsula.
Is it worth staying overnight in Sandusky?
Yes, to get to Cedar Point early and avoid the drive back to Cleveland at night.
Can you go from Sandusky to the islands in Lake Erie?
Yes, ferries depart from the area to Kelleys Island and to the Bass Islands in season.
What time zone is Sandusky in?
UTC−5 in standard time (Eastern Time) and UTC−4 from March to November during daylight saving time.