
Cedar Point is a straightforward day trip for Columbus groups. The park sits a little over two hours north in Sandusky, right on a Lake Erie peninsula, and the drive up US-23 and I-71 to State Route 2 is straightforward. Parking at theme parks is a hassle, especially if everyone drives separately. Our charter bus keeps your group together from Columbus to the park entrance. Our driver deals with the parking and traffic, so you can head straight for the rides.
We often take families, youth groups, church groups, company outings, and senior classes up there. We’ll find the right bus for your group size and gear, so everyone’s included.
Get to Cedar Point ready for the first coaster. Dial 614-369-3546 or get a fast quote online to hold your date.
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Why Groups Charter a Bus to Cedar Point
Sandusky is 122 miles from Columbus, making it a comfortable day trip. A coach simplifies the long park day. One professional driver handles the entire round trip, which matters most on the way home, when nobody wants to drive two hours after a full day of roller coasters. One bus avoids per-car parking fees and keeps everyone together.

Top Stops Around Sandusky and Cedar Point
While Cedar Point is the main attraction, the Sandusky waterfront offers more to explore:
One of the most famous amusement parks in the world, set on a Lake Erie peninsula and known for its lineup of record-setting roller coasters, with a bus drop near the main gate over the Causeway.
1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870
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The adjoining waterpark, a popular change of pace on a hot summer day, with wave pools and slides a short walk from the main gate.
1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870
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A carousel museum in the historic former post office on the Sandusky waterfront, a fun add-on near where the Lake Erie island ferries depart.
301 Jackson St, Sandusky, OH 44870
merrygoroundmuseum.org
Our bus takes you over the Cedar Point Causeway and drops you off right by the main gate. Your driver stages nearby and can move the bus between the park, the waterpark, and the waterfront, which is handy for groups splitting the day.
Sizing the Right Vehicle for the Trip
Pick your bus based on your group size and gear:
- An 18 to 25 passenger minibus for a single family group or a small team
- A 35-passenger minibus for mid-size groups and most school trips
- A full-size charter bus for 40 to 56 riders, with luggage bays for coolers and gear
Just tell us how many people are coming, and we’ll sort out the best bus for your trip.
What a Columbus to Cedar Point Charter Costs
Charter costs depend on the vehicle, hours, and round-trip miles, not per seat. So, the more people you have, the cheaper it gets per person. For a Cedar Point day trip of roughly 245 miles round trip, a full-day minibus in our network generally starts around 700 to 1,000 dollars, while a full-size charter bus for the day typically runs about 1,200 to 1,700 dollars depending on the date and the season. Peak summer Saturdays book up fast, so early reservations help. You can review typical ranges on our charter bus prices page, and a quick call gets you an exact number.
Example Cedar Point Day Trip Schedule
Here is how a summer park day often looks from Columbus:
- 7:30 AM, board in Columbus and head north on US-23 and I-71
- 9:45 AM, arrive in Sandusky and drop near the park entrance
- 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, the park, the waterpark, and lunch on the midway
- 8:00 PM, reboard at a set meeting point
- 10:15 PM, back in Columbus
Because the park runs late on summer nights, we set the meeting time to that evening’s closing schedule. An overnight nearby is easy to add for a two-day visit.

Book Your Columbus to Cedar Point Charter Bus
We’re a Columbus operator familiar with the Sandusky route, park drop-off, and Lake Erie waterfront. We handle group day trip transportation across the region, so if your plans grow into a Put-in-Bay island day, a Cleveland city trip, or a Pittsburgh getaway, our Columbus charter bus team can build the whole itinerary. Give us your date and headcount and we will handle the rest of the drive.