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

Port Townsend travel guide

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You're Going to Love Port Townsend

With a population of 9,113, Port Townsend is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Port Townsend to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Port Townsend

If you’re looking for affordable options, Salish Grill (141 Hudson Street) and Alchemy Bistro & Wine Bar (842 Washington St) are great picks.

When to visit Port Townsend

Port Townsend in February
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Townsend in February
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Townsend in July, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 69.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 2.6″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Port Townsend, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Port Townsend

Plane

Although Port Townsend doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Everett Paine Field (PAE), which is located 26 miles from Port Townsend. Everett Paine Field is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Port Townsend departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Port Townsend. The train journey from Port Townsend to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Port Townsend is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 40 miles from Port Townsend. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Port Townsend, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Everett, the bus ride to Port Townsend takes 60 miles and will cost you around $12. From Bellingham, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 135 miles.

Plane

Although Port Townsend doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Everett Paine Field (PAE), which is located 26 miles from Port Townsend. Everett Paine Field is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Port Townsend departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Port Townsend. The train journey from Port Townsend to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Port Townsend is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 40 miles from Port Townsend. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Port Townsend, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Everett, the bus ride to Port Townsend takes 60 miles and will cost you around $12. From Bellingham, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Port Townsend

PAEEverett Paine Field
FRDFriday Harbor
LPSLopez Island

Airlines serving Port Townsend

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 (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 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)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Port Townsend

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tides Inn & Suites and Ann Starrett Mansion.

Where to stay in popular areas of Port Townsend

Most booked hotels in Port Townsend

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Palace Hotel Port Townsend
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 446 reviews)
$177+
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Harborside Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1548 reviews)
$156+
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Old Alcohol Plant
2 stars
Good (7.8, 256 reviews)
$203+
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Aladdin Motor Inn
2 stars
Good (7.5, 897 reviews)
$100+
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Port Townsend Inn
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1112 reviews)
$94+
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Manresa Castle
3 stars
Good (7.4, 928 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Port Townsend

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Port Townsend (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 Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Port Townsend, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Port Townsend (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 Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Port Townsend, while also 63% cheaper than other types, on average.

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