Barnstable travel guide

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You're Going to Love Barnstable

With a population of 47,821, Barnstable is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. Barnstable deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Barnstable

If you’re looking for affordable options, Colombo's Cafe (544 Main St) and Torino Restaurant and Bar (415 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Barnstable

Barnstable in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Barnstable in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Barnstable

Plane

When flying to Barnstable, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Barnstable departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Barnstable, followed by Acela. The train journey from Barnstable to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Barnstable is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 60 miles from Barnstable. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Barnstable, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Worcester, the bus ride to Barnstable takes 60 miles and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 225 miles. The most popular bus station is Barnstable 2155 Iyannough Rd, located 2 miles from downtown Barnstable. Barnstable Hyannis Transp Ctr - 215 Iyannough Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Barnstable, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Barnstable departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Barnstable, followed by Acela. The train journey from Barnstable to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Barnstable is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 60 miles from Barnstable. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Barnstable, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Worcester, the bus ride to Barnstable takes 60 miles and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 225 miles. The most popular bus station is Barnstable 2155 Iyannough Rd, located 2 miles from downtown Barnstable. Barnstable Hyannis Transp Ctr - 215 Iyannough Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Barnstable

Lufthansa
Good (4,671 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,498 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,609 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,301 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,561 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,128 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,800 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Barnstable

Most booked hotels in Barnstable

Hyannis Travel Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2486 reviews)
$111+
Anchor In Distinctive Waterfront Lodging
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 421 reviews)
$202+
Bayside Resort Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 595 reviews)
$162+
Lamb and Lion Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 38 reviews)
$262+
Cape Codder Resort and Spa
3 stars
Good (7.4, 1040 reviews)
$166+
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Hyannis Cape Cod
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1217 reviews)
$80+

Renting a car in Barnstable

Renting a car in Barnstable costs $82 per day, on average, or $164 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Barnstable (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Renting a car in Barnstable costs $82 per day, on average, or $164 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Barnstable (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.