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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

New Paltz travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Paltz

With a population of 6,818, New Paltz is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. New Paltz deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit New Paltz

New Paltz in January
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Paltz in January
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to New Paltz in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °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 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in New Paltz, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to New Paltz

Plane

Although New Paltz doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 51 miles from New Paltz. The shortest domestic flight to New Paltz departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Paltz, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Paltz to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Paltz is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 69 miles from New Paltz. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Paltz, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to New Paltz takes 70 miles and will cost you around $26. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $16 for a journey of 80 miles. New Paltz’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although New Paltz doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 51 miles from New Paltz. The shortest domestic flight to New Paltz departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Paltz, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Paltz to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Paltz is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 69 miles from New Paltz. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Paltz, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to New Paltz takes 70 miles and will cost you around $26. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $16 for a journey of 80 miles. New Paltz’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Airports near New Paltz

TEBTeterboro
HPNWhite Plains Westchester County

Airlines serving New Paltz

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
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SWISS
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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
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Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
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Brussels Airlines
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LOT
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Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of New Paltz

Most booked hotels in New Paltz

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Hampton Inn by Hilton New Paltz
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 944 reviews)
$184+
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Minnewaska Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 309 reviews)
$265+
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Moondance Ridge Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 31 reviews)
$204+
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Stonehill's Farmhouse
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 32 reviews)
$282+
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Americas Best Value Inn New Paltz
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1066 reviews)
$113+
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Mohonk Mountain House
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, 1 review)
$0+
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Renting a car in New Paltz

Renting a car in New Paltz costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in New Paltz (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. The most frequently booked car type in New Paltz is Premium (RAM Pickup or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in New Paltz costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in New Paltz (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. The most frequently booked car type in New Paltz is Premium (RAM Pickup or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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