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

Chatham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Chatham

With a population of 1,421, Chatham is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Chatham deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Chatham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sacred Cod at Chatham Bars Inn (297 Shore Road) and Bluefins Chatham Sushi And Sake Bar (531 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Chatham

Chatham in November
Estimated hotel price
$300
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chatham in November
Estimated hotel price
$300
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Chatham in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Chatham, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to Chatham

Plane

Although Chatham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nantucket Memorial (ACK), which is located 30 miles from Chatham. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Chatham departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chatham, followed by Acela.

Car

Another option to get to Chatham is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 73 miles from Chatham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chatham, including Bus, OurBus and CoachRun. From Portland, the bus ride to Chatham takes 115 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 240 miles.

Plane

Although Chatham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nantucket Memorial (ACK), which is located 30 miles from Chatham. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Chatham departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chatham, followed by Acela.

Car

Another option to get to Chatham is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 73 miles from Chatham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chatham, including Bus, OurBus and CoachRun. From Portland, the bus ride to Chatham takes 115 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 240 miles.

Airports near Chatham

BOSBoston Logan Intl
ACKNantucket Memorial
PVCProvincetown

Airlines serving Chatham

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,528 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,014 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,020 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,414 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,459 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (873 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,582 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,060 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,314 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,404 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chatham

Average rates range from around $359 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $381 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chatham

Most booked hotels in Chatham

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Pleasant Bay Village Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 309 reviews)
$301+
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A Beach Breeze Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 257 reviews)
$148+
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Chatham Bars Inn
5 stars
Excellent (9, 196 reviews)
$307+
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Winstead Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 94 reviews)
$286+
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Wequassett Resort and Golf Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 116 reviews)
$334+
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Chatham Tides
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 269 reviews)
$184+
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Renting a car in Chatham

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Chatham (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. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Chatham, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Chatham (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. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Chatham, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

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