Northampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Northampton

With a population of 28.549, Northampton is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Northampton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Northampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Tunnel Bar (125 A Pleasant St) and Platform Sports Bar / The Deck Bar (125 A Pleasant St) are great picks.

When to visit Northampton

Northampton in March
Estimated hotel price
$153
1 night at 3-star hotel
Northampton in March
Estimated hotel price
$153
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Northampton

Plane

Although Northampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Worcester (ORH), which is located 63 km from Northampton. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States.

Train

The train station in Northampton is called Northampton MA station, and is located 1.4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Northampton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 207 km from Northampton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Northampton Market - 48 Old South Street, located 1.3 km from downtown Northampton. Northampton Peter Pan Terminal - 1 Roundhouse Plz is also a commonly used station, and is 1.2 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Northampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Worcester (ORH), which is located 63 km from Northampton. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States.

Train

The train station in Northampton is called Northampton MA station, and is located 1.4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Northampton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 207 km from Northampton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Northampton Market - 48 Old South Street, located 1.3 km from downtown Northampton. Northampton Peter Pan Terminal - 1 Roundhouse Plz is also a commonly used station, and is 1.2 km from the city center.

Airports near Northampton

Airlines serving Northampton

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)
Finnair
Good (879 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)
Sun Country Air
Good (136 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (510 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Northampton

Most booked hotels in Northampton

Old Mill Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 218 reviews)
$225+
Homewood Suites by Hilton Hadley Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 257 reviews)
$213+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Springfield Northampton/Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 249 reviews)
$188+
The Hotel Northampton
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 412 reviews)
$163+
Hampton Inn Hadley-Amherst Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 252 reviews)
$173+
Comfort Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 487 reviews)
$177+

Renting a car in Northampton

Renting a car in Northampton costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Northampton.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Northampton (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 Northampton is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chrysler 200 or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Northampton costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Northampton.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Northampton (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 Northampton is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chrysler 200 or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.