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Wellesley travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wellesley

With a population of 27,982, Wellesley is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. Wellesley deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Wellesley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bocado Tapas Wine Bar – Wellesley (45 Church St.) and The LOCAL Kitchen & Drinks of Wellesley (11 Forest St) are great picks.

When to visit Wellesley

Wellesley in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wellesley in January
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wellesley

Plane

When flying to Wellesley, you’ll arrive at Norwood Memorial (OWD), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Wellesley departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Wellesley, followed by Acela. The train journey from Wellesley to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Wellesley is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 175 miles from Wellesley. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wellesley, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Hartford, the bus ride to Wellesley takes 105 miles and will cost you around $26. From Portland, the ticket costs about $34 for a journey of 110 miles.

Plane

When flying to Wellesley, you’ll arrive at Norwood Memorial (OWD), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Wellesley departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Wellesley, followed by Acela. The train journey from Wellesley to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Wellesley is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 175 miles from Wellesley. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wellesley, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Hartford, the bus ride to Wellesley takes 105 miles and will cost you around $26. From Portland, the ticket costs about $34 for a journey of 110 miles.

Airports near Wellesley

ORHWorcester
BOSBoston Logan Intl
PVDProvidence-TFGreen

Airlines serving Wellesley

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,447 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,564 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 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 (9,973 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in Wellesley

Average rates range from around $139 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $126 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wellesley

Most booked hotels in Wellesley

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The Westin Waltham Boston
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 882 reviews)
$155+
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Hilton Garden Inn Boston/Waltham
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 682 reviews)
$134+
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Hyatt House Boston/Waltham
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 895 reviews)
$133+
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Wellesley Bed and Breakfast
2 stars
Excellent (8, 37 reviews)
$55+
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Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1016 reviews)
$147+
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Best Western Plus Waltham Boston
3 stars
Good (7.4, 1808 reviews)
$107+
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Renting a car in Wellesley

Renting a car in Wellesley costs $94 per day, on average, or $188 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, 23% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Wellesley (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 Wellesley is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 5% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wellesley costs $94 per day, on average, or $188 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, 23% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Wellesley (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 Wellesley is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 5% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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