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How to get there
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Port Clinton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Port Clinton

With a population of 6,056, Port Clinton is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Port Clinton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Port Clinton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Orchard Bar and Table (3266 NE Catawba Rd) and Twin Oast Brewing (3630 NE Catawba Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Port Clinton

Port Clinton in November
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Clinton in November
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Clinton in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °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 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Port Clinton, with an average rainfall of 2″.

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How to Get to Port Clinton

Plane

Although Port Clinton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toledo Express (TOL), which is located 45 miles from Port Clinton. The shortest domestic flight to Port Clinton departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Port Clinton. The train journey from Port Clinton to Kalamazoo takes 3h 12m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Port Clinton is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 57 miles from Port Clinton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Port Clinton, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Port Clinton takes 365 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 545 miles.

Plane

Although Port Clinton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toledo Express (TOL), which is located 45 miles from Port Clinton. The shortest domestic flight to Port Clinton departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Port Clinton. The train journey from Port Clinton to Kalamazoo takes 3h 12m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Port Clinton is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 57 miles from Port Clinton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Port Clinton, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Port Clinton takes 365 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 545 miles.

Airports near Port Clinton

TOLToledo Express
CLECleveland Hopkins Intl

Airlines serving Port Clinton

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 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 (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Port Clinton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield by Marriott Port Clinton Waterfront and Super 8 by Wyndham Port Clinton. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Port Clinton, with prices from $70 to $1,129 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Port Clinton are about 87% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Port Clinton by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Port Clinton

Most booked hotels in Port Clinton

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Lake Point Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 502 reviews)
$106+
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Fairfield by Marriott Port Clinton Waterfront
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 274 reviews)
$125+
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Ourguest Inn & Suites Downtown Port Clinton
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1160 reviews)
$108+
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Little Ted's Cottages
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 104 reviews)
$188+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 490 reviews)
$117+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Port Clinton, OH
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1321 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Port Clinton

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Port Clinton (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. The most frequently booked car type in Port Clinton is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Port Clinton (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. The most frequently booked car type in Port Clinton is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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