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

Waterloo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Waterloo

With a population of 5 171, Waterloo is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Waterloo to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Waterloo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Portico at del Lago Resort and Casino (1133 Ridge Road) and Sociale Café at del Lago Resort & Casino (1133 State Route 414) are great picks.

When to visit Waterloo

Waterloo in January
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waterloo in January
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waterloo

Plane

Although Waterloo doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ithaca Tompkins County (ITH), which is located 57 km from Waterloo. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Waterloo departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waterloo. The train journey from Waterloo to New York takes 5h 39m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $46 for a 8h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Waterloo is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 164 km from Waterloo. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waterloo, including Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Waterloo takes 386 km and will cost you around $40. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $191 for a journey of 1118 km.

Plane

Although Waterloo doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ithaca Tompkins County (ITH), which is located 57 km from Waterloo. Greater Rochester Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Waterloo departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waterloo. The train journey from Waterloo to New York takes 5h 39m and costs around $55 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $46 for a 8h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Waterloo is to pick up a car rental from Buffalo, which is about 164 km from Waterloo. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Buffalo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waterloo, including Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Waterloo takes 386 km and will cost you around $40. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $191 for a journey of 1118 km.

Airports near Waterloo

ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ITHIthaca Tompkins County
SYRSyracuse Hancock Intl

Airlines serving Waterloo

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,450 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,089 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Waterloo

Most booked hotels in Waterloo

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Barrister's Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 174 reviews)
$269+
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Del Lago Resort & Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1366 reviews)
$118+
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Hampton Inn Seneca Falls
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 567 reviews)
$94+
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The Gridley Inn B&b
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 371 reviews)
$111+
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The Gould Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1017 reviews)
$79+
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The Lux Hotel & Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.6, 919 reviews)
$72+
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Renting a car in Waterloo

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Waterloo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Waterloo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.