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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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kennebunkport to see all of its attractions.

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. For delicious green meals, Stripers - Kennebunkport (133 Ocean Avenue) and The Nonantum Resort (95 Ocean Ave) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kennebunkport.

When to visit Kennebunkport

Kennebunkport in November
Estimated hotel price
$234
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kennebunkport in November
Estimated hotel price
$234
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 20 miles from Kennebunkport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunkport departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kennebunkport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Kennebunkport to New Haven takes 2h 28m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kennebunkport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 76 miles from Kennebunkport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennebunkport, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Kennebunkport takes 235 miles and will cost you around $41. From Rensselaer, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 305 miles.

Plane

Although Kennebunkport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 20 miles from Kennebunkport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunkport departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kennebunkport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Kennebunkport to New Haven takes 2h 28m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kennebunkport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 76 miles from Kennebunkport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennebunkport, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Kennebunkport takes 235 miles and will cost you around $41. From Rensselaer, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 305 miles.

Airports near Kennebunkport

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Kennebunkport

Lufthansa
Good (7,416 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,373 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,963 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,926 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,926 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,159 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,487 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,254 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,901 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kennebunkport

Average rates range from around $447 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,211 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Lodge on the Cove and King's Port Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Kennebunkport, with prices from $179 to $511 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Kennebunkport are about 203% 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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King's Port Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9, 828 reviews)
$222+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Wells-Ogunquit
3 stars
Excellent (9, 549 reviews)
$180+
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The Nonantum Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9, 354 reviews)
$248+
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Kennebunkport Captains Collection
4 stars
Excellent (9, 272 reviews)
$224+
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White Barn Inn & Spa, Auberge Resorts Collection
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 46 reviews)
$536+
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Holiday Inn Express Wells-Ogunquit-Kennebunk By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 501 reviews)
$138+
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Renting a car in Kennebunkport

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93.

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