All shuttle prices and details on this page are verified from the official Lost Lands ticketing page and Bus.com partner page as of June 2026. Prices include base fare but service fees are added at checkout. Always verify current availability at lostlandsfestival.com before purchasing. Shuttles sell out.
Airports and Flying In
Legend Valley is located at Thornville, Ohio in rural Perry County, approximately 45 to 55 miles east of downtown Columbus.
Columbus John Glenn International Airport (CMH) — Recommended
Columbus is the closest major airport and the only one with an official Lost Lands shuttle connection. Flying into Columbus gives you direct access to the Dino Express shuttle and the long haul shuttle from Columbus Airport. Approximately 45 to 55 minutes from Legend Valley by car or shuttle.
- Official long haul shuttle available from Columbus Airport starting at $40 plus service fees
- Largest airport with the most flight options from across the US
- Downtown Columbus hotels are within walking distance of the Dino Express pickup at 100 E Rich St
Other Regional Airports
Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE), Detroit Metropolitan (DTW), and Pittsburgh International (PIT) are all within a reasonable driving distance of Legend Valley. Official long haul shuttles run from Cleveland and Detroit to Lost Lands via Bus.com. No official shuttle from Pittsburgh. A rental car is required if flying into any of these airports without a shuttle.
- Cleveland to Legend Valley: approximately 2 hours by car. Official shuttle available starting at $70 plus fees.
- Detroit to Legend Valley: approximately 3 hours by car. Official shuttle available starting at $70 plus fees.
- Pittsburgh to Legend Valley: approximately 2.5 hours by car. No official shuttle. Rental car required.
Dino Express Shuttle — Columbus to Legend Valley
The Dino Express is the official daily shuttle between downtown Columbus and Legend Valley. Operated by Bus.com in partnership with Lost Lands. Air-conditioned charter buses with storage space for camping gear. Estimated travel time 40 to 60 minutes each way. Source: official Lost Lands Hotels and Shuttles page and ticketing page, June 2026.
Pickup and drop-off address: 100 E Rich St, Columbus OH 43215. Within 5 to 10 minutes walking distance from many downtown Columbus hotels. Paid parking available at the pickup location.
| Pass | Price | Days Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Dino Express — 3 Day Pass✓ Verified June 2026 | $145.00 + $11.13 fees | Friday through Sunday September 18 to 20. Unlimited round trips each day. |
| Dino Express — 4 Day Pass✓ Verified June 2026 | $175.00 + $12.93 fees | Thursday through Sunday September 17 to 20. Unlimited round trips each day. |
| Dino Express — 5 Day Pass✓ Verified June 2026 | $199.00 + $14.37 fees | Wednesday through Sunday September 16 to 20. Unlimited round trips each day. |
Dino Express Schedule
Source: official Lost Lands Hotels and Shuttles page.
Thursday (4-day and 5-day pass only): Depart Columbus every 60 minutes from 3 PM to 5 PM. Return to Columbus every 30 minutes from 11 PM to 1 AM with last ride at 1 AM.
Friday through Sunday: Depart Columbus every 60 minutes from 12 PM to 5 PM. Return to Columbus every 30 minutes from 10 PM to 4:30 AM. Expect longer wait times if riding between 5 PM and 10 PM.
Early Entry pass required if arriving Thursday or earlier. If your shuttle arrives on or before Thursday September 17 you must purchase an Early Entry pass for the day you arrive in addition to your Lost Lands admission. Early Entry passes are sold separately per person at lostlandsfestival.com.
Long Haul Shuttles from Major Cities
Lost Lands has partnered with Bus.com to offer long haul shuttles from Columbus Airport and several major Midwest cities. State-of-the-art air-conditioned charter buses with storage space for camping gear on longer routes. School buses with rear seats reserved for gear on shorter routes. Shuttle passes are emailed by Bus.com and also available in the Bus.com app. Source: official Lost Lands Hotels and Shuttles page and Bus.com partner page, June 2026.
| Origin | Starting Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Airport (CMH)✓ Verified June 2026 | $40 + service fees | Direct from Columbus John Glenn International Airport to Legend Valley. Book at bus.com. |
| Chicago, IL✓ Verified June 2026 | $90 + service fees | Long haul charter bus from Chicago to Legend Valley. Book at bus.com. |
| Cleveland / Akron, OH✓ Verified June 2026 | $70 + service fees | Charter bus from Cleveland and Akron area to Legend Valley. Book at bus.com. |
| Detroit, MI✓ Verified June 2026 | $70 + service fees | Charter bus from Detroit to Legend Valley. Book at bus.com. |
Book all long haul shuttles at bus.com/tickets/lost-lands. For shuttle questions check the official Lost Lands Shuttle FAQ.
Starting prices only. Prices shown are starting prices from the official Bus.com page as of June 2026. Final prices vary by departure date, time, and availability. Service fees are added at checkout. Shuttles sell out. Book early.
Driving to Legend Valley
Legend Valley is located in rural Perry County Ohio. The official festival address for navigation is Legend Valley, Thornville, OH 43076. Use this in your maps app. Cell service on rural Ohio roads can be spotty so download your navigation offline before you leave.
- From Columbus: Approximately 45 to 55 miles east. Take I-70 East to US-40 East or follow navigation to Thornville. Allow extra time on festival travel days.
- From Cleveland: Approximately 130 miles south. Take I-71 South toward Columbus then head east. About 2 hours.
- From Cincinnati: Approximately 130 miles northeast. Take I-71 North toward Columbus then head east. About 2 hours.
- From Pittsburgh: Approximately 175 miles west. Take I-70 West. About 2.5 hours.
- From Chicago: Approximately 360 miles east. Take I-90 or I-80 to I-71 South. About 5 to 5.5 hours. The long haul shuttle from Chicago is worth considering.
- From Detroit: Approximately 200 miles south. Take I-75 South toward Toledo then head southeast. About 3 hours.
Download the Lost Lands app and your navigation before you leave home. Cell service in rural Perry County can be unreliable. Having your maps downloaded offline and the festival app already set up means you are not hunting for signal on a rural Ohio road at night.
Parking Rules
Source: official Lost Lands Festival Info page.
Camping Vehicles
- All non-car camping vehicles require a separate parking pass. You must purchase the parking pass for the specific campground you have a camping pass for.
- Jurassic Glamping and Camp Dino Divas include one complimentary parking pass per package.
- No vehicle re-entry. If you drive out of the campgrounds during the festival you will be directed to purchase a parking pass and park in the South Lot.
- Vehicles may be up to 22 feet in length. No trailers of any type or box trucks allowed in most camping areas.
Day and General Parking
- Day and weekend parking passes for non-camping vehicles are sold separately at lostlandsfestival.com
- South Lot parking is available with a complimentary shuttle into the campground
- Parking pass prices are not published on the official site. Check lostlandsfestival.com for current pricing.
ADA Parking
- ADA parking is located in the South Lot
- Bus shuttles with accessible features are available to the main entrance 24 hours a day
- The Access Center is located on the Northeast side of the Village Marketplace in ADA Camping
- For all accessibility questions email ada@lostlandsfestival.com
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