Sandusky travel guide
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You're Going to Love Sandusky
With a population of 25,793, Sandusky is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sandusky to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Sandusky
If you’re looking for affordable options, Zinc Brasserie - Sandusky (215 East Water Street) and Baci Restaurant & Bar (5909 Milan Road) are great picks.
When to visit Sandusky
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sandusky in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Sandusky, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.
How to Get to Sandusky
Plane
Although Sandusky doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cleveland Hopkins Airport (CLE), which is located 45 miles from Sandusky. The shortest domestic flight to Sandusky departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 49m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sandusky. The train journey from Sandusky to Pittsburgh takes 2h 54m and costs around $52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $50 for a 7h 08m trip. The train station in Sandusky is called Sandusky, and is located 0.8 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Sandusky is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 64 miles from Sandusky. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sandusky, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Sandusky takes 465 miles and will cost you around $90. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $57 for a journey of 570 miles.
Airlines serving Sandusky
Where to stay in Sandusky
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tru by Hilton Sandusky and Hampton Inn Sandusky-Central.
Where to stay in popular areas of Sandusky
Most booked hotels in Sandusky
Renting a car in Sandusky
Renting a car in Sandusky costs $66 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Cleveland Hopkins Intl.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sandusky (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Sandusky is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (BMW i3 or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.