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

Somerset travel guide

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You're Going to Love Somerset

With a population of 6,277, Somerset is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Somerset deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Somerset

Somerset in April
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Somerset in April
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Somerset in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °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 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Somerset, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Somerset

Plane

Although Somerset doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Latrobe Westmoreland County (LBE), which is located 25 miles from Somerset. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 6h 57m.

Car

Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 133 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Plane

Although Somerset doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Latrobe Westmoreland County (LBE), which is located 25 miles from Somerset. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 6h 57m.

Car

Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 133 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Airports near Somerset

HGRHagerstown Regional
PITPittsburgh
LBELatrobe Westmoreland County

Airlines serving Somerset

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 Somerset

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Somerset and Comfort Inn Somerset.

Where to stay in popular areas of Somerset

Most booked hotels in Somerset

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Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Somerset
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 288 reviews)
$138+
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Comfort Inn Somerset
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 448 reviews)
$117+
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Holiday Inn Express Somerset
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 384 reviews)
$138+
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Hampton Inn Somerset
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 385 reviews)
$150+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Somerset PA I-70 I-76
2 stars
Good (7.2, 351 reviews)
$53+
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Quality Inn & Conference Center
2 stars
Good (6.7, 458 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Somerset

Renting a car in Somerset costs $116 per day, on average, or $233 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Johnstown Cambria County.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Somerset (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 Somerset is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Somerset costs $116 per day, on average, or $233 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Johnstown Cambria County.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Somerset (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 Somerset is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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