Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Auburn travel guide

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You're Going to Love Auburn

With a population of 27,687, Auburn is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Auburn deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Auburn

If you’re looking for affordable options, Refinery Modern Fare (74 State St) and Moro's Table (1 East Genesee Street) are great picks.

When to visit Auburn

Auburn in January
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Auburn in January
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Auburn in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Auburn, with an average rainfall of 2.2″.

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How to Get to Auburn

Plane

Although Auburn doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 26 miles from Auburn. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Auburn departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Auburn. The train journey from Auburn to New York takes 5h 39m and costs around $71 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $51 for a 8h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Auburn is to pick up a car rental from Newark, which is about 195 miles from Auburn. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Newark.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Auburn, including Trailways, OurBus and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to Auburn takes 240 miles and will cost you around $41. From Boston, the ticket costs about $90 for a journey of 400 miles.

Plane

Although Auburn doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Syracuse Hancock Airport (SYR), which is located 26 miles from Auburn. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Auburn departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Auburn. The train journey from Auburn to New York takes 5h 39m and costs around $71 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $51 for a 8h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Auburn is to pick up a car rental from Newark, which is about 195 miles from Auburn. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Newark.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Auburn, including Trailways, OurBus and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to Auburn takes 240 miles and will cost you around $41. From Boston, the ticket costs about $90 for a journey of 400 miles.

Airports near Auburn

ROCRochester Greater Rochester Intl
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Auburn

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Auburn

Most booked hotels in Auburn

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Hilton Garden Inn Auburn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 300 reviews)
$182+
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Holiday Inn Auburn-Finger Lakes Region
3 stars
Good (7.9, 399 reviews)
$145+
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Springside Inn
3 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$148+
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Inn At The Finger Lakes
2 stars
Good (6.7, 800 reviews)
$75+
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Skaneateles Inn on 20
2 stars
Okay (5.7, 156 reviews)
$105+
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Renting a car in Auburn

Renting a car in Auburn costs $97 per day, on average, or $193 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, 32% more expensive than at Syracuse Hancock Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Auburn (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Auburn is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Auburn costs $97 per day, on average, or $193 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, 32% more expensive than at Syracuse Hancock Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Auburn (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Auburn is Economy (Jeep Wrangler or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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