City guides United States of America Ohio
Getting Around
The layout of the city is an easily navigable grid pattern, meaning that hiring a car will be a simple way to get around Cleveland. The city is served by the Regional Transit Authority (RTA), a bus and rail system that offers good service around the city, although coverage in outlying areas is sparse.
Tourists will want to take advantage of the Bus Rapid Transit's HealthLine, which runs along Euclid Avenue and connects many of Cleveland's popular tourist attractions. Taxis are expensive and must be booked in advance by phone. Ride-hailing apps are also available.
Airports
Cleveland Hopkins International
The airport is situated 13 miles (21km) southwest of Cleveland.
Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)
Location
The airport is situated 13 miles (21km) southwest of Cleveland.Getting to the city
Taxis, shuttles, and limos operate at the airport. The RTA provides a regular train service between the airport and downtown Cleveland via the Tower City Station.
It departs every 15 minutes and takes less than 30 minutes. The train station is on the lower level of the main terminal, while hotel shuttles can be called from the hotel courtesy phones in the baggage claim area. Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft are also available.
Time
GMT -5 (GMT -4 from mid-March to the first Sunday in November).Car rental
Car rental companies include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Dollar, Enterprise, Thrifty, and National. The consolidated car rental facility can be reached by a shuttle bus, which departs from the door across from baggage claim 7.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are available outside the baggage claim level of the airport. Flat rates based on distance are charged.
Facilities
Facilities include ATMs and currency exchange, restaurants, bars, lounges, an interfaith centre, child facilities, mail services, shops, and tourist information.
Parking
Short and long-term parking is available.