North Adams travel guide

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You're Going to Love North Adams

With a population of 13,708, North Adams is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in North Adams to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in North Adams

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gramercy Bistro (87 Marshall Street) and Freight Yard Pub (1 Furnace Street Heritage State Park, Bldg 3) are great picks.

When to visit North Adams

North Adams in April
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
North Adams in April
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to North Adams

Plane

Although North Adams doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 57 km from North Adams. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to North Adams departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to North Adams. The train journey from North Adams to New York takes 2h 25m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rochester, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 41m trip.

Car

Another option to get to North Adams is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 228 km from North Adams. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to North Adams, including Trailways, FlixBus and Greyhound. From New York, the bus ride to North Adams takes 266 km and will cost you around $33. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 531 km.

Plane

Although North Adams doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 57 km from North Adams. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to North Adams departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to North Adams. The train journey from North Adams to New York takes 2h 25m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rochester, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 41m trip.

Car

Another option to get to North Adams is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 228 km from North Adams. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to North Adams, including Trailways, FlixBus and Greyhound. From New York, the bus ride to North Adams takes 266 km and will cost you around $33. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 531 km.

Airports near North Adams

Airlines serving North Adams

Lufthansa
Good (4,671 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,498 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,610 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,128 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,801 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,593 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,610 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (467 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (818 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (772 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,789 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (510 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (309 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,926 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of North Adams

Most booked hotels in North Adams

The Williams Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 174 reviews)
$330+
Willows Motel Williamstown
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 520 reviews)
$92+
Blackinton Manor
3 stars
Excellent (10, 13 reviews)
$296+
Cozy Corner Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 359 reviews)
$88+
The Villager Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 651 reviews)
$77+
The Porches Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 113 reviews)
$228+

Renting a car in North Adams

Renting a car in North Adams costs $51 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in North Adams.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in North Adams (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. The most frequently booked car type in North Adams is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in North Adams costs $51 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in North Adams.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in North Adams (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. The most frequently booked car type in North Adams is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.