Wells travel guide

Wells Tourism | Wells Guide

You're Going to Love Wells

With a population of 10,162, Wells is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Wells deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Wells

Wells in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wells in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wells

Plane

Although Wells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 26 miles from Wells. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Wells departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Wells, followed by Acela. The train journey from Wells to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 28m trip. The train station in Wells is called Wells, and is located 1.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wells is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 71 miles from Wells. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wells, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Wells takes 60 miles and will cost you around $11. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

Although Wells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 26 miles from Wells. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Wells departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Wells, followed by Acela. The train journey from Wells to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 28m trip. The train station in Wells is called Wells, and is located 1.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wells is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 71 miles from Wells. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wells, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Wells takes 60 miles and will cost you around $11. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Wells

Airlines serving Wells

Lufthansa
Good (4,678 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,622 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,983 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (812 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wells

Most booked hotels in Wells

Holiday Inn Express - Wells-Ogunquit-Kennebunk, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 559 reviews)
$185+
Anchorage by the Sea
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 428 reviews)
$305+
Hampton Inn & Suites Wells-Ogunquit
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 349 reviews)
$224+
Norseman Resort on the Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 711 reviews)
$235+
Admiral's Inn Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 609 reviews)
$189+
Atlantic Oceanfront Hotel, Wells Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 228 reviews)
$182+

Renting a car in Wells

Renting a car in Wells costs $107 per day, on average, or $214 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wells (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 Wells is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wells costs $107 per day, on average, or $214 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wells (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 Wells is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.