Sturbridge travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sturbridge

With a population of 2,253, Sturbridge 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 Sturbridge to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Sturbridge

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cedar Street Grille (12 Cedar Street) and The Duck (502 Main Street) are great picks.

When to visit Sturbridge

Sturbridge in January
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sturbridge in January
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sturbridge

Plane

Although Sturbridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Worcester (ORH), which is located 15 miles from Sturbridge. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Sturbridge departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Sturbridge, followed by Acela. The train journey from Sturbridge to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 22m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sturbridge is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 136 miles from Sturbridge. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sturbridge, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From New York, the bus ride to Sturbridge takes 225 miles and will cost you around $37. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $7 for a journey of 420 miles.

Plane

Although Sturbridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Worcester (ORH), which is located 15 miles from Sturbridge. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Sturbridge departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Sturbridge, followed by Acela. The train journey from Sturbridge to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 22m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sturbridge is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 136 miles from Sturbridge. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sturbridge, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From New York, the bus ride to Sturbridge takes 225 miles and will cost you around $37. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $7 for a journey of 420 miles.

Airports near Sturbridge

Airlines serving Sturbridge

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sturbridge

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sturbridge and Super 8 by Wyndham Sturbridge.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sturbridge

Most booked hotels in Sturbridge

Southbridge Hotel and Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 843 reviews)
$133+
Comfort Inn and Suites Sturbridge-Brimfield
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 496 reviews)
$131+
Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8, 638 reviews)
$111+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sturbridge
3 stars
Good (7, 761 reviews)
$115+
Econo Lodge Sturbridge Route 20
0 stars
Good (6.3, 454 reviews)
$76+
Sturbridge Host Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Okay (5, 289 reviews)
$107+

Renting a car in Sturbridge

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sturbridge (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. The most frequently booked car type in Sturbridge is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sturbridge (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. The most frequently booked car type in Sturbridge is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.