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Marion travel guide

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You're Going to Love Marion

With a population of 36,837, Marion is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Marion deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Marion

Marion in November
Estimated hotel price
$91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marion in November
Estimated hotel price
$91
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marion in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Marion, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Marion

Plane

Although Marion doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Columbus Airport (CMH), which is located 43 miles from Marion. Cleveland Hopkins Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Frontier and other airlines departing from the United States.

Car

Another option to get to Marion is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 121 miles from Marion. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marion, including Bus, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From Nashville, the bus ride to Marion takes 330 miles and will cost you around $150. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 495 miles.

Plane

Although Marion doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Columbus Airport (CMH), which is located 43 miles from Marion. Cleveland Hopkins Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Frontier and other airlines departing from the United States.

Car

Another option to get to Marion is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 121 miles from Marion. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marion, including Bus, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From Nashville, the bus ride to Marion takes 330 miles and will cost you around $150. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 495 miles.

Airports near Marion

CLECleveland Hopkins Intl
DAYDayton
CMHColumbus

Airlines serving Marion

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marion

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn Marion and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Marion, OH.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marion

Most booked hotels in Marion

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Marion, OH
2 stars
Excellent (8, 526 reviews)
$86+
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Comfort Inn Marion
2 stars
Good (7.9, 55 reviews)
$96+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion
2 stars
Good (7.8, 187 reviews)
$117+
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Baymont by Wyndham Marion, OH
2 stars
Good (7.1, 82 reviews)
$74+
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Americas Best Value Inn Marion, Oh
2 stars
Okay (5.7, 96 reviews)
$72+
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Renting a car in Marion

Renting a car in Marion costs $76 per day, on average, or $151 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Columbus.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Marion (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.

Renting a car in Marion costs $76 per day, on average, or $151 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Columbus.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Marion (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.

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