Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Gettysburg travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gettysburg

With a population of 7,620, Gettysburg is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Gettysburg deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Gettysburg

Gettysburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gettysburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gettysburg in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °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 May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Gettysburg, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Gettysburg

Plane

Although Gettysburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hagerstown Regional (HGR), which is located 28 miles from Gettysburg. The shortest domestic flight to Gettysburg departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Gettysburg, followed by Acela. The train journey from Gettysburg to Richmond takes 1h 56m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gettysburg is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 182 miles from Gettysburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gettysburg, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and Bus. From New York, the bus ride to Gettysburg takes 265 miles and will cost you around $36. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 450 miles.

Plane

Although Gettysburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hagerstown Regional (HGR), which is located 28 miles from Gettysburg. The shortest domestic flight to Gettysburg departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Gettysburg, followed by Acela. The train journey from Gettysburg to Richmond takes 1h 56m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 57m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gettysburg is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 182 miles from Gettysburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gettysburg, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and Bus. From New York, the bus ride to Gettysburg takes 265 miles and will cost you around $36. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 450 miles.

Airports near Gettysburg

HGRHagerstown Regional
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Gettysburg

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British Airways
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Delta
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Air France
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Emirates
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Air Canada
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Where to stay in Gettysburg

Average rates range from around $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $160 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Near Gettysburg Battlefield Visitor Center and Best Western Gettysburg.

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Best Western Gettysburg
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1168 reviews)
$90+
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Hotel Gettysburg
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 463 reviews)
$101+
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1863 Inn of Gettysburg
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1671 reviews)
$71+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Gettysburg
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1558 reviews)
$42+
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Hilton Garden Inn Gettysburg
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 614 reviews)
$94+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gettysburg
2 stars
Excellent (8, 2570 reviews)
$51+
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Renting a car in Gettysburg

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Gettysburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gettysburg, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Gettysburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gettysburg, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

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