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
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
North Adams in April
Estimated hotel price
$123
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 35 miles 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 Raleigh and takes around 1h 43m.

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 $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Worcester, expect to pay about $58 for a 4h 04m trip.

Car

Another option to get to North Adams is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 142 miles from North Adams. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to North Adams, including Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to North Adams takes 145 miles and will cost you around $37. From Brooklyn, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 175 miles.

Plane

Although North Adams doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 35 miles 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 Raleigh and takes around 1h 43m.

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 $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Worcester, expect to pay about $58 for a 4h 04m trip.

Car

Another option to get to North Adams is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 142 miles from North Adams. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to North Adams, including Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to North Adams takes 145 miles and will cost you around $37. From Brooklyn, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 175 miles.

Airports near North Adams

Airlines serving North Adams

Lufthansa
Good (4,673 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,010 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,757 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,574 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (809 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (785 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,763 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (490 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (315 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,968 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)
$313+
Willows Motel Williamstown
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 526 reviews)
$106+
Cozy Corner Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 363 reviews)
$97+
Blackinton Manor
3 stars
Excellent (10, 13 reviews)
$296+
Villager Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 667 reviews)
$99+
The Porches Inn At Mass Moca
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 113 reviews)
$273+

Renting a car in North Adams

Renting a car in North Adams costs $53 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 39% cheaper than airport locations in North Adams.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in North Adams, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in North Adams costs $53 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 39% cheaper than airport locations in North Adams.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in North Adams, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.