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 October
Estimated hotel price
$323
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chatham in October
Estimated hotel price
$323
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 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 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chatham, followed by Acela. The train journey from Chatham to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about $17 for a 3h 45m 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 OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Portland, the bus ride to Chatham takes 185 km and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 383 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 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 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Chatham, followed by Acela. The train journey from Chatham to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about $17 for a 3h 45m 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 OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Portland, the bus ride to Chatham takes 185 km and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 383 km.

Airports near Chatham

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
ACKNantucket Memorial

Airlines serving Chatham

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,619 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,573 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,087 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,808 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,433 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,515 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,603 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,093 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,423 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chatham

Average rates range from around $368 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $390 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, 257 reviews)
$153+
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Captain's House Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 366 reviews)
$239+
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Chatham Bars Inn
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 196 reviews)
$343+
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Old Harbor Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9, 270 reviews)
$285+
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Wequassett Resort and Golf Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 116 reviews)
$249+
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Chatham Tides
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 270 reviews)
$174+
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Renting a car in Chatham

Expect to pay $3.33 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 $39.97 and $53.30. 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 $3.33 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 $39.97 and $53.30. 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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