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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 Cuvée at Chatham Inn (359 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Chatham

Chatham in November
Estimated hotel price
$346
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chatham in November
Estimated hotel price
$346
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. West Tisbury Martha's Vineyard is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Chatham departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chatham, followed by Acela. The train journey from Chatham to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m trip.

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 Providence, the bus ride to Chatham takes 60 miles and will cost you around $15. From Portsmouth, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 100 miles.

Plane

Although Chatham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nantucket Memorial (ACK), which is located 30 miles from Chatham. West Tisbury Martha's Vineyard is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Chatham departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chatham, followed by Acela. The train journey from Chatham to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m trip.

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 Providence, the bus ride to Chatham takes 60 miles and will cost you around $15. From Portsmouth, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 100 miles.

Airports near Chatham

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
ACKNantucket Memorial

Airlines serving Chatham

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,508 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,977 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,461 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,771 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,022 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,996 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,991 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,380 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (860 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,334 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,281 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,135 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,034 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,383 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chatham

Average rates range from around $417 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $385 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 (9.5, 307 reviews)
$237+
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Wequassett Resort and Golf Club
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 115 reviews)
$374+
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A Beach Breeze Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 258 reviews)
$147+
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Chatham Bars Inn
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 194 reviews)
$273+
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The Chatham Motel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 241 reviews)
$225+
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Winstead Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 93 reviews)
$219+
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Renting a car in Chatham

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. 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 $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. 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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