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How to get there
Where to stay
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Marlborough travel guide

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You're Going to Love Marlborough

With a population of 38,499, Marlborough is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Marlborough deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Marlborough

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fish Restaurant & Wine Bar (29 South Bolton Street) and Welly's - Marlborough (153 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Marlborough

Marlborough in February
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marlborough in February
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Marlborough

Plane

Although Marlborough doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Worcester (ORH), which is located 17 miles from Marlborough. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marlborough departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Marlborough, followed by Acela. The train journey from Marlborough 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 Marlborough is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 167 miles from Marlborough. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marlborough, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Manchester, the bus ride to Marlborough takes 80 miles and will cost you around $35. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 105 miles.

Plane

Although Marlborough doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Worcester (ORH), which is located 17 miles from Marlborough. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marlborough departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Marlborough, followed by Acela. The train journey from Marlborough 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 Marlborough is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 167 miles from Marlborough. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marlborough, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Manchester, the bus ride to Marlborough takes 80 miles and will cost you around $35. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 105 miles.

Airports near Marlborough

ORHWorcester
BOSBoston Logan Intl
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Marlborough

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 Marlborough

Most booked hotels in Marlborough

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Marlborough
3 stars
Excellent (9, 463 reviews)
$168+
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Hyatt Place Marlborough Apex Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 523 reviews)
$148+
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Hilton Garden Inn Boston/Marlborough
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 255 reviews)
$152+
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Hampton Inn Boston/Marlborough
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 414 reviews)
$145+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Boston - Westborough
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 505 reviews)
$131+
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Courtyard by Marriott Boston Westborough
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 177 reviews)
$142+
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Renting a car in Marlborough

Renting a car in Marlborough costs $41 per day, on average, or $81 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 78% cheaper than airport locations in Marlborough.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Marlborough (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. Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marlborough, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Marlborough costs $41 per day, on average, or $81 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 78% cheaper than airport locations in Marlborough.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Marlborough (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. Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marlborough, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Marlborough

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$37/day

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