With a population of 30,712, Mason is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mason to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Luigi's Ristorante Italiano (404 2nd Ave) and Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Mason (5075 Deerfield Blvd) are great picks.
Although Mason doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG), which is located 29 miles from Mason. Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Delta, Frontier and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mason departs from New York and takes around 2h 06m.
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Mason. The train journey from Mason to Chicago takes 8h 32m and costs around $76 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $97 for a 14h 12m trip.
Another option to get to Mason is to pick up a car rental from Indianapolis, which is about 102 miles from Mason. You’ll find branches of Budget and Dollar, among others, in Indianapolis.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mason, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Mason takes 575 miles and will cost you around $92. From New York, the ticket costs about $220 for a journey of 630 miles.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Mason near Kings Island and Hampton Inn Cincinnati/Kings Island.
Renting a car in Mason costs $69 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Mason.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Mason (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Mason is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.