Stow travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stow

With a population of 34,837, Stow is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Stow deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Stow

If you’re looking for affordable options, TGI FRIDAYS - Stow (4300 Lakepoint Corporate Dr) and La Shish Grill (3226 Kent Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Stow

Stow in December
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stow in December
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stow

Plane

Although Stow doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Akron/Canton (CAK), which is located 17 miles from Stow. Pittsburgh Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Stow departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stow. The train journey from Stow to Chicago takes 6h 05m and costs around $82 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $118 for a 10h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stow is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 116 miles from Stow. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stow, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Detroit, the bus ride to Stow takes 180 miles and will cost you around $34. From Cincinnati, the ticket costs about $91 for a journey of 385 miles.

Plane

Although Stow doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Akron/Canton (CAK), which is located 17 miles from Stow. Pittsburgh Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Stow departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stow. The train journey from Stow to Chicago takes 6h 05m and costs around $82 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $118 for a 10h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stow is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 116 miles from Stow. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stow, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Detroit, the bus ride to Stow takes 180 miles and will cost you around $34. From Cincinnati, the ticket costs about $91 for a journey of 385 miles.

Airlines serving Stow

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 popular areas of Stow

Most booked hotels in Stow

Home2 Suites by Hilton Stow Akron
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 259 reviews)
$150+
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 609 reviews)
$145+
Staybridge Suites Akron-Stow-Cuyahoga Falls
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 281 reviews)
$131+
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Akron Stow
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 251 reviews)
$126+
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 939 reviews)
$116+
Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 287 reviews)
$225+

Renting a car in Stow

Renting a car in Stow costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 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, 8% more expensive than at Cleveland Hopkins Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Stow (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 Stow is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Stow costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 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, 8% more expensive than at Cleveland Hopkins Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Stow (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 Stow is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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