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

Barnstable travel guide

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You're Going to Love Barnstable

With a population of 47,821, Barnstable is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. Barnstable deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Barnstable

If you’re looking for affordable options, Roadhouse Cafe (488 South St) and Cove Coastal Kitchen (615 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Barnstable

Barnstable in October
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Barnstable in October
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Barnstable

Plane

When flying to Barnstable, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Barnstable departs from Miami and takes around 3h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Barnstable, followed by Acela. The train journey from Barnstable to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Barnstable is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 60 miles from Barnstable. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Barnstable, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Hartford, the bus ride to Barnstable takes 120 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $46 for a journey of 240 miles. The most popular bus station is Barnstable Hyannis Transp Ctr - 215 Iyannough Rd, located 3 miles from downtown Barnstable. Barnstable 2155 Iyannough Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Barnstable, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Barnstable departs from Miami and takes around 3h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Barnstable, followed by Acela. The train journey from Barnstable to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Barnstable is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 60 miles from Barnstable. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Barnstable, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Hartford, the bus ride to Barnstable takes 120 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $46 for a journey of 240 miles. The most popular bus station is Barnstable Hyannis Transp Ctr - 215 Iyannough Rd, located 3 miles from downtown Barnstable. Barnstable 2155 Iyannough Rd is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Barnstable

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
ACKNantucket Memorial

Airlines serving Barnstable

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,574 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,094 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,438 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,505 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,522 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,448 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Barnstable

Most booked hotels in Barnstable

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Ashley Manor
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, 23 reviews)
$94+
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Lamb and Lion Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 49 reviews)
$262+
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Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1231 reviews)
$143+
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Bayside Resort Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1164 reviews)
$85+
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Hyannis Harbor Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, 544 reviews)
$124+
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Cape Sands Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1233 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Barnstable

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Barnstable (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Barnstable, while also 77% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Barnstable (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Barnstable, while also 77% cheaper than other types, on average.

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