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Hampton Beach travel guide

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With a population of 2,275, Hampton Beach is a must-see destination in New Hampshire, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hampton Beach to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Hampton Beach

Hampton Beach in March
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hampton Beach in March
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hampton Beach

Plane

When flying to Hampton Beach, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 19 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hampton Beach departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton Beach to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $34 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton Beach is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 64 km from Hampton Beach. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton Beach, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Manchester, the bus ride to Hampton Beach takes 129 km and will cost you around $35. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 169 km.

Plane

When flying to Hampton Beach, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 19 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hampton Beach departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton Beach to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $34 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton Beach is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 64 km from Hampton Beach. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton Beach, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Manchester, the bus ride to Hampton Beach takes 129 km and will cost you around $35. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 169 km.

Airports near Hampton Beach

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Hampton Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hampton Beach

Most booked hotels in Hampton Beach

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Atlantic Breeze Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 342 reviews)
$198+
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AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/Waterfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 297 reviews)
$228+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1112 reviews)
$193+
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Royal Crest Inn - Hampton Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 263 reviews)
$130+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1302 reviews)
$99+
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Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
3 stars
Excellent (8, 549 reviews)
$133+
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Renting a car in Hampton Beach

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Hampton Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Hampton Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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