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Port Washington travel guide

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With a population of 11,250, Port Washington is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Port Washington to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Port Washington

Port Washington in February
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Washington in February
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Port Washington

Plane

Although Port Washington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 30 miles from Port Washington. Chicago O'Hare Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Port Washington departs from Las Vegas and takes around 3h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Port Washington. The train journey from Port Washington to Chicago takes 1h 13m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Spokane, expect to pay about $268 for a 35h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Port Washington is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 105 miles from Port Washington. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Port Washington, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Port Washington takes 85 miles and will cost you around $39. From Appleton, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

Although Port Washington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 30 miles from Port Washington. Chicago O'Hare Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Port Washington departs from Las Vegas and takes around 3h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Port Washington. The train journey from Port Washington to Chicago takes 1h 13m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Spokane, expect to pay about $268 for a 35h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Port Washington is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 105 miles from Port Washington. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Port Washington, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Port Washington takes 85 miles and will cost you around $39. From Appleton, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Port Washington

ORDChicago O'Hare Intl
MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Port Washington

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 (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 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)
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Where to stay in Port Washington

Average rates range from around $132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $678 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Port Washington

Most booked hotels in Port Washington

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The Harborview, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (9, 317 reviews)
$132+
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The Port Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 56 reviews)
$161+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Washington
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 555 reviews)
$129+
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Motel 6 Saukville Wi
2 stars
Good (6.3, 353 reviews)
$53+
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Renting a car in Port Washington

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Port Washington (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.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Port Washington (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.

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