Hampton Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hampton Beach

With a population of 2,275, Hampton Beach is a must-see destination in New Hampshire, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hampton Beach to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Hampton Beach

Hampton Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hampton Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hampton Beach

Plane

When flying to Hampton Beach, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Hampton Beach from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 21h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton Beach to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about $24 for a 3h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton Beach is to pick up a car hire from Boston, which is about 64 km from Hampton Beach. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton Beach, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Hartford, the bus ride to Hampton Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around $33. From Portland, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 209 km.

Plane

When flying to Hampton Beach, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Hampton Beach from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 21h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton Beach to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about $24 for a 3h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton Beach is to pick up a car hire from Boston, which is about 64 km from Hampton Beach. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton Beach, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Hartford, the bus ride to Hampton Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around $33. From Portland, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 209 km.

Airports near Hampton Beach

Airlines serving Hampton Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (819 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hampton Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Royal Coach Motor Lodge and Marguerite Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hampton Beach

Most booked hotels in Hampton Beach

Atlantic Breeze Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$356+
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$345+
Courtyard by Marriott Portsmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$281+
Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$249+
Royal Crest Inn - Hampton Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$211+
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$206+

Hiring a car in Hampton Beach

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Hampton Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Hampton Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85.