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

Dartmouth travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dartmouth

With a population of 30,665, Dartmouth is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dartmouth has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Dartmouth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sail Loft - Dartmouth (246 Elm St) and Cask & Pig Kitchen & Alehouse (780 State Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Dartmouth

Dartmouth in December
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dartmouth in December
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dartmouth

Plane

When flying to Dartmouth, you’ll arrive at New Bedford Regional (EWB), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Dartmouth departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Dartmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Dartmouth to New York takes 4h 14m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dartmouth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 166 miles from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dartmouth, including OurBus, FlixBus and CoachRun.

Plane

When flying to Dartmouth, you’ll arrive at New Bedford Regional (EWB), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Dartmouth departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Dartmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Dartmouth to New York takes 4h 14m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dartmouth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 166 miles from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dartmouth, including OurBus, FlixBus and CoachRun.

Airports near Dartmouth

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Dartmouth

KLM
Good (1,487 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,892 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,853 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,298 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,384 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,913 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,545 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,894 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,378 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,189 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,242 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dartmouth

Most booked hotels in Dartmouth

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 408 reviews)
$141+
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Hampton Inn New Bedford/Fairhaven
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 424 reviews)
$114+
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Hampton Inn Fall River/Westport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 381 reviews)
$127+
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Residence Inn by Marriott New Bedford Dartmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 282 reviews)
$140+
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Baymont by Wyndham North Dartmouth / Fall River
2 stars
Good (7.5, 440 reviews)
$89+
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Best Western Dartmouth-New Bedford
2 stars
Good (7.4, 641 reviews)
$104+
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Renting a car in Dartmouth

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $53 per day, on average, or $160 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Dartmouth.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Dartmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dartmouth, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $53 per day, on average, or $160 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Dartmouth.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Dartmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dartmouth, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

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