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 11 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Dartmouth departs from Miami and takes around 3h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Dartmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Dartmouth to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dartmouth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 268 km from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dartmouth, including OurBus, Concord Coach Lines and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Dartmouth takes 209 km and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 386 km.

Plane

When flying to Dartmouth, you’ll arrive at New Bedford Regional (EWB), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Dartmouth departs from Miami and takes around 3h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Dartmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from Dartmouth to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 4h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dartmouth is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 268 km from Dartmouth. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dartmouth, including OurBus, Concord Coach Lines and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Dartmouth takes 209 km and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 386 km.

Airports near Dartmouth

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

Airlines serving Dartmouth

KLM
Good (1,470 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,843 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,281 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,253 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,415 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,544 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,710 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,475 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 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
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 403 reviews)
$141+
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Hampton Inn New Bedford/Fairhaven
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 419 reviews)
$112+
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Hampton Inn Fall River/Westport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 375 reviews)
$123+
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Residence Inn by Marriott New Bedford Dartmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 277 reviews)
$138+
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Best Western Dartmouth-New Bedford
2 stars
Good (7.4, 639 reviews)
$103+
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Baymont by Wyndham North Dartmouth / Fall River
2 stars
Good (7.4, 433 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Dartmouth

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $79 per day, on average, or $238 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.43 and $53.90. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dartmouth, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dartmouth costs $79 per day, on average, or $238 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.43 and $53.90. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dartmouth, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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