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

New Bedford travel guide

New Bedford Tourism | New Bedford Guide

You're Going to Love New Bedford

With a population of 95.072, New Bedford is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything New Bedford has to offer.

Where to Eat in New Bedford

If you’re looking for affordable options, Candela Cucina (72 N Water St) and The Black Whale (1004 Co Op Wharf) are great picks.

When to visit New Bedford

New Bedford in February
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Bedford in February
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to New Bedford in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in New Bedford, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

Data provided by weatherbase
Temperatures
Temperatures
Data provided by weatherbase

How to Get to New Bedford

Plane

When flying to New Bedford, you’ll arrive at New Bedford Regional (EWB), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Bedford departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Bedford, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Bedford to Providence takes 0h 43m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Bedford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 273 km from New Bedford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Bedford, including Bus, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to New Bedford takes 97 km and will cost you around $29. From Portland, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 209 km. New Bedford’s bus station is located 0.6 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to New Bedford, you’ll arrive at New Bedford Regional (EWB), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Bedford departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Bedford, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Bedford to Providence takes 0h 43m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Bedford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 273 km from New Bedford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Bedford, including Bus, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to New Bedford takes 97 km and will cost you around $29. From Portland, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 209 km. New Bedford’s bus station is located 0.6 km from the city center.

Airports near New Bedford

MVYWest Tisbury Martha's Vineyard
BOSBoston Logan Intl
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving New Bedford

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,565 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,513 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,013 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,008 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,442 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,571 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,057 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,273 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,398 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in New Bedford

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott and Whalers Inn and Suites.

Most popular hotel in New Bedford by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of New Bedford

Most booked hotels in New Bedford

See all
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 393 reviews)
$151+
View
Hampton Inn New Bedford/Fairhaven
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 412 reviews)
$106+
View
Residence Inn by Marriott New Bedford Dartmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 273 reviews)
$145+
View
Best Western Dartmouth-New Bedford
2 stars
Good (7.4, 633 reviews)
$99+
View
New Bedford Harbor Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.3, 484 reviews)
$101+
View
Seaport Resort and Marina
2 stars
Good (7.1, 530 reviews)
$116+
View

Renting a car in New Bedford

Renting a car in New Bedford costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in New Bedford.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in New Bedford (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. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in New Bedford, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in New Bedford costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in New Bedford.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in New Bedford (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. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in New Bedford, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in New Bedford

Budget

Budget
Find car rentals in New Bedford