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Catskill travel guide

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You're Going to Love Catskill

With a population of 4,081, Catskill is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Catskill has to offer.

When to visit Catskill

Catskill in March
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Catskill in March
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Catskill

Plane

Although Catskill doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 37 miles from Catskill. New York LaGuardia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Catskill departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Catskill. The train journey from Catskill to New York takes 2h 25m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rochester, expect to pay about $43 for a 4h 38m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Catskill is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 101 miles from Catskill. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catskill, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Trailways. From New York, the bus ride to Catskill takes 159 miles and will cost you around $23. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 395 miles. Catskill’s bus station is located 0.9 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Catskill doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 37 miles from Catskill. New York LaGuardia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Catskill departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Catskill. The train journey from Catskill to New York takes 2h 25m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rochester, expect to pay about $43 for a 4h 38m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Catskill is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 101 miles from Catskill. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catskill, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Trailways. From New York, the bus ride to Catskill takes 159 miles and will cost you around $23. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 395 miles. Catskill’s bus station is located 0.9 miles from the city center.

Airports near Catskill

LGANew York LaGuardia
ALBAlbany Intl
HPNWhite Plains Westchester County

Airlines serving Catskill

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 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 (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Catskill

Most booked hotels in Catskill

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The Kaaterskill
0 stars
Excellent (9.3, 154 reviews)
$378+
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Nest Hudson
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 248 reviews)
$177+
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Wm. Farmer and Sons
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 58 reviews)
$245+
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The Wick, Hudson, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 186 reviews)
$249+
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Willow Pond Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 135 reviews)
$166+
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Hudson Mariner
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 81 reviews)
$195+
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Renting a car in Catskill

Renting a car in Catskill costs $79 per day, on average, or $238 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Albany Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Catskill (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. Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Catskill, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Catskill costs $79 per day, on average, or $238 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Albany Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Catskill (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. Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Catskill, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

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