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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 February
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Batavia in February
Estimated hotel price
$92
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 27 miles from Batavia. Buffalo Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Batavia departs from New York and takes around 1h 21m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Batavia.

Car

Another option to get to Batavia is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 36 miles from Batavia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Batavia’s bus station is located 1.4 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Batavia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greater Rochester Airport (ROC), which is located 27 miles from Batavia. Buffalo Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Batavia departs from New York and takes around 1h 21m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Batavia.

Car

Another option to get to Batavia is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 36 miles from Batavia. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Batavia’s bus station is located 1.4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Batavia

BUFBuffalo
ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ELMCorning-Elmira

Airlines serving Batavia

KLM
Good (1,439 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,715 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,676 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,048 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,169 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,087 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,163 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,522 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,467 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (893 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,622 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,652 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,370 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,171 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,349 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,713 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,121 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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Hotel at Batavia Downs
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 715 reviews)
$122+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Batavia
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 806 reviews)
$73+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Batavia - Darien Lake By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8, 358 reviews)
$101+
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Red Roof Inn Batavia
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1016 reviews)
$77+
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Fairbridge Inn & Suites Batavia-Darien Amusement Park
3 stars
Okay (5.9, 757 reviews)
$66+
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Quality Inn & Suites Palm Island Indoor Waterpark
3 stars
Mediocre (3.9, 996 reviews)
$50+
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Renting a car in Batavia

Renting a car in Batavia costs $70 per day, on average, or $139 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, 10% more expensive than at Buffalo.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Batavia, while also 8% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Batavia costs $70 per day, on average, or $139 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, 10% more expensive than at Buffalo.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Batavia, while also 8% cheaper than other types, on average.

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