Williamstown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Williamstown

With a population of 4,325, Williamstown 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 Williamstown to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Williamstown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hops and Vines (16 Water St) and Pera Bistro (60 Spring St) are great picks.

When to visit Williamstown

Williamstown in March
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Williamstown in March
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Williamstown

Plane

Although Williamstown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 49 km from Williamstown. 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 Williamstown departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Williamstown. The train journey from Williamstown 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 Williamstown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 227 km from Williamstown. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Williamstown, including Trailways, FlixBus and Busbud. From New York, the bus ride to Williamstown takes 240 km and will cost you around $50. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 531 km. Williamstown’s bus station is located 0.6 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Williamstown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 49 km from Williamstown. 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 Williamstown departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Williamstown. The train journey from Williamstown 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 Williamstown is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 227 km from Williamstown. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Williamstown, including Trailways, FlixBus and Busbud. From New York, the bus ride to Williamstown takes 240 km and will cost you around $50. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 531 km. Williamstown’s bus station is located 0.6 km from the city center.

Airports near Williamstown

Airlines serving Williamstown

Lufthansa
Good (4,670 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,811 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,605 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,608 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (469 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (774 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,797 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (509 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (309 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,929 reviews)
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Where to stay in Williamstown

Average rates range from around $266 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $102 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Williamstown

Most booked hotels in Williamstown

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 Williamstown

Renting a car in Williamstown costs $45 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 37% cheaper than airport locations in Williamstown.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Williamstown (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. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Williamstown, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Williamstown costs $45 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 37% cheaper than airport locations in Williamstown.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Williamstown (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. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Williamstown, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.