Cuyahoga Falls is about 35 miles south of Cleveland and 5 miles north of Akron. By car, it is easily reached via I-77 or Ohio Route 8. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is the nearest major hub, about 40 miles away. Akron-Canton Regional Airport is smaller but closer at around 20 miles.
There is no direct rail service to Cuyahoga Falls. Greyhound serves Akron, from where local buses connect. For most visitors, a car is the practical choice — the city is spread out and public transit within the area is limited.