Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Kennebunkport travel guide

Kennebunkport Tourism | Kennebunkport Guide

You're Going to Love Kennebunkport

With a population of 1.238, Kennebunkport is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kennebunkport deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kennebunkport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hurricane Restaurant - Kennebunkport (29 Dock Square) and The Tides Beach Club (930 Kings Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Kennebunkport

Kennebunkport in January
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kennebunkport in January
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kennebunkport in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 5.3″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Kennebunkport, with an average rainfall of 3.6″.

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How to Get to Kennebunkport

Plane

Although Kennebunkport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 33 km from Kennebunkport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunkport departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kennebunkport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Kennebunkport to New Rochelle takes 3h 45m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 01m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kennebunkport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 122 km from Kennebunkport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennebunkport, including OurBus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Portland, the bus ride to Kennebunkport takes 177 km and will cost you around $56. From New York, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 370 km.

Plane

Although Kennebunkport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 33 km from Kennebunkport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunkport departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kennebunkport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Kennebunkport to New Rochelle takes 3h 45m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 01m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kennebunkport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 122 km from Kennebunkport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennebunkport, including OurBus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Portland, the bus ride to Kennebunkport takes 177 km and will cost you around $56. From New York, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 370 km.

Airports near Kennebunkport

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Kennebunkport

Lufthansa
Good (7,993 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,514 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,974 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,445 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,362 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,215 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,774 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,020 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kennebunkport

Average rates range from around $216 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $2,014 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Lodge on the Cove and The Lodge at Turbat's Creek. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Kennebunkport, with prices from $45 to $872 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Kennebunkport are about 202% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Kennebunkport by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Kennebunkport

Most booked hotels in Kennebunkport

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The Nonantum Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 379 reviews)
$230+
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The Seaside Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 963 reviews)
$162+
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King's Port Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9, 886 reviews)
$180+
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Atlantic Oceanfront Hotel, Wells Beach
2 stars
Excellent (9, 358 reviews)
$136+
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The Beach House Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9, 347 reviews)
$119+
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Kennebunkport Captains Collection
4 stars
Excellent (9, 304 reviews)
$239+
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Renting a car in Kennebunkport

Renting a car in Kennebunkport costs $74 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Kennebunkport.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Kennebunkport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.

Renting a car in Kennebunkport costs $74 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Kennebunkport.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Kennebunkport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.

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