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When to visit
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Where to stay
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Hampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hampton

With a population of 9,656, Hampton is a must-see destination in New Hampshire, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Hampton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Hampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, The 401 Tavern (401 Lafayette Rd) and CR's The Restaurant (287 Exeter Road) are great picks.

When to visit Hampton

Hampton in February
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hampton in February
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hampton

Plane

When flying to Hampton, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hampton departs from Norfolk and takes around 1h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 41 miles from Hampton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton, including Bus, CoachRun and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Hampton takes 240 miles and will cost you around $35. From Albany, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 260 miles.

Plane

When flying to Hampton, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hampton departs from Norfolk and takes around 1h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton to Providence takes 0h 46m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 41 miles from Hampton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton, including Bus, CoachRun and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Hampton takes 240 miles and will cost you around $35. From Albany, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 260 miles.

Airports near Hampton

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Hampton

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British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
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SWISS
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Turkish Airlines
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Iberia
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United Airlines
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Air France
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Austrian Airlines
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Emirates
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Qatar Airways
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Air Canada
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Scandinavian Airlines
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LOT
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Brussels Airlines
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Alaska Airlines
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Finnair
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Etihad Airways
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hampton

Most booked hotels in Hampton

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hampton Portsmouth
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 367 reviews)
$173+
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Royal Crest Inn - Hampton Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 277 reviews)
$136+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1318 reviews)
$136+
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Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 555 reviews)
$165+
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The Janmere Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 581 reviews)
$167+
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Best Western Plus The Inn at Hampton
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1095 reviews)
$143+
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Renting a car in Hampton

Renting a car in Hampton costs $108 per day, on average, or $216 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Hampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Hampton is Intermediate (Chevrolet Colorado or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 83% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hampton costs $108 per day, on average, or $216 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Hampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Hampton is Intermediate (Chevrolet Colorado or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 83% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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