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What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gettysburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$96
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 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Gettysburg, followed by Acela. The train journey from Gettysburg to Wilmington takes 1h 35m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 55m 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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gettysburg, including Bus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Richmond, the bus ride to Gettysburg takes 140 miles and will cost you around $38. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 160 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 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Gettysburg, followed by Acela. The train journey from Gettysburg to Wilmington takes 1h 35m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 55m 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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gettysburg, including Bus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Richmond, the bus ride to Gettysburg takes 140 miles and will cost you around $38. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 160 miles.

Airports near Gettysburg

HGRHagerstown Regional
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Gettysburg

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Where to stay in Gettysburg

Average rates range from around $169 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $264 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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Where to stay in popular areas of Gettysburg

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Hotel Gettysburg
4 stars
Excellent (9, 475 reviews)
$159+
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1863 Inn of Gettysburg
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1723 reviews)
$109+
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Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1958 reviews)
$85+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Gettysburg
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1585 reviews)
$59+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Gettysburg
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2868 reviews)
$61+
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Eisenhower Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.4, 1698 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Gettysburg

Renting a car in Gettysburg costs $57 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Gettysburg is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Gettysburg costs $57 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Gettysburg is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Gettysburg

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