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

Tappahannock travel guide

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Tappahannock is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Tappahannock to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Tappahannock

Tappahannock in February
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tappahannock in February
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Tappahannock

Plane

Although Tappahannock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Richmond Byrd Airport (RIC), which is located 38 miles from Tappahannock. The shortest domestic flight to Tappahannock departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Tappahannock, followed by Acela. The train journey from Tappahannock to Baltimore takes 3h 02m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Tappahannock is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 68 miles from Tappahannock. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tappahannock, including FlixBus, Greyhound and CoachRun. From Washington, D.C., the bus ride to Tappahannock takes 115 miles and will cost you around $53. From New York, the ticket costs about $93 for a journey of 330 miles.

Plane

Although Tappahannock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Richmond Byrd Airport (RIC), which is located 38 miles from Tappahannock. The shortest domestic flight to Tappahannock departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Tappahannock, followed by Acela. The train journey from Tappahannock to Baltimore takes 3h 02m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Tappahannock is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 68 miles from Tappahannock. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tappahannock, including FlixBus, Greyhound and CoachRun. From Washington, D.C., the bus ride to Tappahannock takes 115 miles and will cost you around $53. From New York, the ticket costs about $93 for a journey of 330 miles.

Airports near Tappahannock

RICRichmond Byrd Intl
PHFNewport News Intl

Airlines serving Tappahannock

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 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)
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)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tappahannock

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tappahannock and Days Inn by Wyndham Tappahannock.

Where to stay in popular areas of Tappahannock

Most booked hotels in Tappahannock

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tappahannock
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 249 reviews)
$128+
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Quality Inn Warsaw near Rappahannock River
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 160 reviews)
$81+
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The Essex Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 6 reviews)
$160+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Tappahannock
2 stars
Good (6.7, 126 reviews)
$61+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Tappahannock VA
2 stars
Okay (5.2, 63 reviews)
$59+
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Renting a car in Tappahannock

Renting a car in Tappahannock costs $66 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Richmond Byrd Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Tappahannock (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.

Renting a car in Tappahannock costs $66 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Richmond Byrd Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Tappahannock (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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