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 Boston, expect to pay about $27 for a 5h 13m 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 FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to North Adams takes 149 miles and will cost you around $63. From Boston, the ticket costs about $31 for a journey of 200 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 Boston, expect to pay about $27 for a 5h 13m 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 FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to North Adams takes 149 miles and will cost you around $63. From Boston, the ticket costs about $31 for a journey of 200 miles.

Airports near North Adams

Airlines serving North Adams

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,616 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,585 reviews)
Air France
Good (977 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,977 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,989 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,755 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,582 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (487 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,774 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (493 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (314 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,967 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)
$314+
Willows Motel Williamstown
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 526 reviews)
$106+
Cozy Corner Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 363 reviews)
$98+
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)
$250+

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.