Getting to and from the Airport

Oberlin partners with Airport Oberlin Shuttle (AOS) to provide transportation between campus and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, as well as a free local shopping shuttle during the academic year. Airport transportation options include scheduled airport shuttles during high-travel periods and private car service available by reservation.

Person loading suitcases and instrument cases into the back of a white airport shuttle van, with additional luggage on the grass nearby.
Photo credit: Yvonne Gay

Airport Oberlin Shuttle (AOS)

Airport Oberlin Shuttle (AOS) provides shuttle service between Oberlin and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

Scheduled airport shuttles are offered during select high-travel periods throughout the academic year, such as the beginning and end of major academic breaks and other periods when many students are traveling.

These shuttles operate on scheduled departures between campus and the airport. Riders select from available departure times when making a reservation.

In addition to airport transportation, AOS operates a free local shopping shuttle for Oberlin students on Saturdays during the academic year.

Booking Shuttle Reservations

Reservations for scheduled airport shuttles must be made online in advance. Students can view available departure times and purchase tickets through the Airport Oberlin Shuttle website:

Book Airport Shuttle Reservations

Because shuttle schedules are based on anticipated demand, service may not be available outside designated travel periods. Students are encouraged to make reservations early, particularly for travel at the beginning or end of academic breaks.

Private Car Service

For travel outside scheduled shuttle times, Airport Oberlin Shuttle offers private car, van, or bus service between Oberlin and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and other destinations.

Private car service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by reservation. Current pricing and reservation details are available on the AOS website.

More about AOS Private Car Service


Connecting Transit Options

Airport shuttles connect with the Cleveland RTA Rapid service at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

The Rapid provides rail service to downtown Cleveland and other destinations, including the West Side Market, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, and additional transit connections throughout the region.

For information about public transit options in the Greater Cleveland area, visit the Greater Cleveland RTA website.

Other Transportation Services

For additional options including trains, buses, and other transportation providers serving the region, visit our Airports and Ground Transportation page.