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

New Castle travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Castle

With a population of 5,285, New Castle is a must-see destination in Delaware, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything New Castle has to offer.

When to visit New Castle

New Castle in February
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Castle in February
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to New Castle in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in New Castle, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to New Castle

Plane

When flying to New Castle, you’ll arrive at Greater Wilmington (ILG), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Castle departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Castle, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Castle to Newark takes 1h 00m and costs around $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 31m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Castle is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 112 miles from New Castle. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Castle, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to New Castle takes 21 miles and will cost you around $19. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 115 miles.

Plane

When flying to New Castle, you’ll arrive at Greater Wilmington (ILG), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Castle departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Castle, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Castle to Newark takes 1h 00m and costs around $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 31m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Castle is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 112 miles from New Castle. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Castle, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to New Castle takes 21 miles and will cost you around $19. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 115 miles.

Airports near New Castle

PHLPhiladelphia
BWIBaltimore/Washington
ACYAtlantic City

Airlines serving New Castle

Lufthansa
Good (7,972 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,945 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,460 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,348 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,936 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,208 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,683 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,769 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,998 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,234 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,313 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Castle

Average rates range from around $94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $74 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington New Castle and Red Roof Inn & Suites Wilmington - New Castle.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Castle

Most booked hotels in New Castle

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Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 534 reviews)
$138+
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Courtyard by Marriott New Castle
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 93 reviews)
$115+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington New Castle
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 426 reviews)
$9+
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Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 772 reviews)
$148+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District
4 stars
Good (6.8, 958 reviews)
$128+
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Travel Inn New Castle Airport
2 stars
Good (6.5, 220 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in New Castle

Renting a car in New Castle costs $55 per day, on average, or $277 if you want to rent if for 5 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 Castle.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in New Castle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in New Castle is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in New Castle costs $55 per day, on average, or $277 if you want to rent if for 5 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 Castle.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in New Castle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in New Castle is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in New Castle

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Economy

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

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