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Travel and Transportation in Columbus

Half the U.S. Population is Within:
1 Day Drive | 1 Hour Flight
 
Distance from Airport to Downtown:
8 Miles | 10 Minutes
 
Rideshare Cost from Airport:
$25 on Average

Major carriers that service John Glenn International Airport:

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Getting around Columbus

John Glenn International Airport is just 10 minutes from downtown and traveling between the airport and downtown is easy, with a variety of options for doing so. Answers to any questions regarding transportation can be found at the welcome center in baggage claim.

Columbus offers safe and walkable districts for all visitors. From the Greater Columbus Convention Center and headquarter hotels, attendees are across the street from a brewery as well as hundreds of local galleries, shops, dining and nightlife in the Short North Arts District. Just a couple streets down, visitors can find quick-service dining at the North Market and numerous sports and entertainment venues in the Arena District.


Transportation Options:

Lyft

Available at the airport 24 hours a day, simply request a ride on the app and you’ll be on your way.

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Uber

One tap and a car comes directly to you, 24/7. Payment is completely cash-free.

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COTA

Providing bus service throughout the Greater Columbus region every 15 minutes, all-day, 7 days/week.

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CoGo Bike Share

Public transportation system with 600+ bikes at 70+ stations available 24/7.

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E.C.T. Pedicab

Inspired by rickshaws, pedicabs offer a swift, breezy ride on a bike taxi throughout downtown.

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Bird Scooters

Locate and rent motorized electric scooters in downtown Columbus or on OSU campus.

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Lime Scooters

Dock-free, smart mobility solutions found on OSU campus and downtown Columbus.

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Cardinal Shuttle Buses

More than 50 charter bus, limousine and shuttle companies can be pre-arranged for groups.

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