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Newport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newport

With a population of 15,273, Newport is a must-see destination in Kentucky, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Newport to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Newport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pompilios (600 Washington Ave.) and Chart House Restaurant - Newport (Cincinnati) (405 Riverboat Row) are great picks.

When to visit Newport

Newport in January
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newport in January
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newport

Plane

When flying to Newport, you’ll arrive at Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Newport include American Airlines, Air France and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Newport departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Newport. The train journey from Newport to Indianapolis takes 3h 12m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $60 for a 8h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Newport is to pick up a car rental from Indianapolis, which is about 100 miles from Newport. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Indianapolis.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newport, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Newport takes 580 miles and will cost you around $136. From New York, the ticket costs about $220 for a journey of 630 miles.

Plane

When flying to Newport, you’ll arrive at Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Newport include American Airlines, Air France and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Newport departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Newport. The train journey from Newport to Indianapolis takes 3h 12m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $60 for a 8h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Newport is to pick up a car rental from Indianapolis, which is about 100 miles from Newport. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Indianapolis.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newport, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Newport takes 580 miles and will cost you around $136. From New York, the ticket costs about $220 for a journey of 630 miles.

Airports near Newport

SDFLouisville Intl
CVGCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
LEXLexington Blue Grass

Airlines serving Newport

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)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,962 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Newport

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Drury Inn & Suites Cincinnati Sharonville
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1095 reviews)
$121+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Newport/Cincinnati
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1212 reviews)
$161+
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Weller Haus Bed, Breakfast & Event Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 17 reviews)
$235+
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Hyatt Regency Cincinnati
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1638 reviews)
$184+
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Aloft Newport on the Levee
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 911 reviews)
$145+
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Newport Cincinnati
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 248 reviews)
$146+
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Renting a car in Newport

Renting a car in Newport costs $54 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Newport.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Newport (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 (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Newport, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Newport costs $54 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Newport.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Newport (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 (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Newport, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

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