With a population of 2,002, Leavenworth is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Leavenworth to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, SOUTH (913 Front St) and The Alley Cafe (214 8th St) are great picks.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Leavenworth in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Leavenworth, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.
Although Leavenworth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Yakima Air Terminal (YKM), which is located 71 miles from Leavenworth. Everett Paine Field is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, EL AL and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Leavenworth departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 37m.
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leavenworth. The train journey from Leavenworth to Bellingham takes 2h 26m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $27 for a 3h 07m trip. Located 1.1 miles from the city center, Leavenworth Icicle is the busiest station in Leavenworth. Another popular train station is Leavenworth Stevens Pass, located 22 miles from the center.
Another option to get to Leavenworth is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 78 miles from Leavenworth. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Seattle.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leavenworth, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Bus. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Leavenworth takes 135 miles and will cost you around $38. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $127 for a journey of 165 miles. Leavenworth’s bus station is located 0.8 miles from the city center.
Average rates range from around $360 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $305 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Linderhof Inn and Hampton Inn & Suites Leavenworth.
Renting a car in Leavenworth costs $92 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 37% more expensive than at Seattle/Tacoma Intl.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Leavenworth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.