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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 February
Estimated hotel price
$348
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chatham in February
Estimated hotel price
$348
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 48 km from Chatham. West Tisbury Martha's Vineyard is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Chatham departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chatham, followed by Acela. The train journey from Chatham to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 09m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Chatham is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 118 km from Chatham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chatham, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From New York, the bus ride to Chatham takes 386 km and will cost you around $31. From Rensselaer, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 491 km.

Plane

Although Chatham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Nantucket Memorial (ACK), which is located 48 km from Chatham. West Tisbury Martha's Vineyard is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Chatham departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chatham, followed by Acela. The train journey from Chatham to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 09m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Chatham is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 118 km from Chatham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chatham, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From New York, the bus ride to Chatham takes 386 km and will cost you around $31. From Rensselaer, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 491 km.

Airports near Chatham

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
ACKNantucket Memorial

Airlines serving Chatham

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,730 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chatham

Average rates range from around $476 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $431 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chatham

Most booked hotels in Chatham

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A Beach Breeze Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 259 reviews)
$148+
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Wequassett Resort and Golf Club
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 122 reviews)
$679+
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Allen Harbor Rentals
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 160 reviews)
$236+
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Chatham Bars Inn
5 stars
Excellent (9, 195 reviews)
$455+
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Winstead Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 90 reviews)
$281+
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The Chatham Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 240 reviews)
$225+
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Renting a car in Chatham

Renting a car in Chatham costs $202 per day, on average, or $404 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, 64% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Chatham is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 39% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Chatham costs $202 per day, on average, or $404 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, 64% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Chatham is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 39% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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