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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Batavia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Batavia

With a population of 15,465, Batavia is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Batavia deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Batavia

Batavia in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Batavia in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Batavia in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, 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 April, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Batavia, with an average rainfall of 2″.

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How to Get to Batavia

Plane

Although Batavia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greater Rochester Airport (ROC), which is located 44 km from Batavia. Buffalo Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Batavia departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Batavia. The train journey from Batavia to Toronto takes 4h 03m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $61 for a 8h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Batavia is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 58 km from Batavia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Batavia’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Batavia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greater Rochester Airport (ROC), which is located 44 km from Batavia. Buffalo Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Batavia departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Batavia. The train journey from Batavia to Toronto takes 4h 03m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $61 for a 8h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Batavia is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 58 km from Batavia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Batavia’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city center.

Airports near Batavia

BUFBuffalo
ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ELMCorning-Elmira

Airlines serving Batavia

Lufthansa
Good (8,007 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,985 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,449 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,370 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,947 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,219 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (913 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,779 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,056 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,252 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,376 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 reviews)
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Where to stay in Batavia

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Crown Inn & Suites and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Batavia - Darien Lake By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Batavia

Most booked hotels in Batavia

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Batavia
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 832 reviews)
$106+
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Hotel at Batavia Downs
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 735 reviews)
$130+
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Red Roof Inn Batavia
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1032 reviews)
$87+
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Best Western Crown Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.2, 636 reviews)
$103+
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Fairbridge Inn & Suites Batavia-Darien Amusement Park
3 stars
Okay (5.7, 772 reviews)
$63+
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Quality Inn & Suites Palm Island Indoor Waterpark
3 stars
Mediocre (3.8, 1010 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Batavia

Renting a car in Batavia costs $69 per day, on average, or $139 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Batavia.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Batavia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Batavia, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Batavia costs $69 per day, on average, or $139 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Batavia.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Batavia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Batavia, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

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