West Chester travel guide

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You're Going to Love West Chester

With a population of 18,461, West Chester is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 2 days in order to fully appreciate everything West Chester has to offer.

Where to Eat in West Chester

If you’re looking for affordable options, Limoncello - West Chester (9 North Walnut Street) and Avalon Restaurant - West Chester (116 E Gay St) are great picks.

When to visit West Chester

West Chester in February
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
West Chester in February
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to West Chester in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in West Chester, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to West Chester

Plane

Although West Chester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Philadelphia Airport (PHL), which is located 33 km from West Chester. Allentown-Bethlehem is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to West Chester departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 33m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to West Chester. The train journey from West Chester to Newark takes 0h 59m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $5 for a 1h 08m trip.

Car

Another option to get to West Chester is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 163 km from West Chester. You’ll find branches of Advantage and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to West Chester, including Megabus, OurBus and Bus. From Newark, the bus ride to West Chester takes 145 km and will cost you around $20. From Silver Spring, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 274 km.

Plane

Although West Chester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Philadelphia Airport (PHL), which is located 33 km from West Chester. Allentown-Bethlehem is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to West Chester departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 33m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to West Chester. The train journey from West Chester to Newark takes 0h 59m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $5 for a 1h 08m trip.

Car

Another option to get to West Chester is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 163 km from West Chester. You’ll find branches of Advantage and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to West Chester, including Megabus, OurBus and Bus. From Newark, the bus ride to West Chester takes 145 km and will cost you around $20. From Silver Spring, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 274 km.

Airports near West Chester

Airlines serving West Chester

Lufthansa
Good (4,490 reviews)
KLM
Good (824 reviews)
SWISS
Good (912 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,284 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,611 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,533 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,460 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (219 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (801 reviews)
Finnair
Good (898 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,116 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (5,278 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (811 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (693 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of West Chester

Most booked hotels in West Chester

Desmond Hotel Malvern, a DoubleTree by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9, 130 reviews)
$150+
Best Western Plus Concordville Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 433 reviews)
$129+
Hampton Inn Downingtown/Exton
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 374 reviews)
$112+
Hotel Warner
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 321 reviews)
$163+
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites West Chester
2 stars
Good (7.3, 395 reviews)
$127+
Faunbrook Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$189+

Renting a car in West Chester

Renting a car in West Chester costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 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, 19% more expensive than at Philadelphia.

Expect to pay $3.67 per gallon in West Chester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.06 and $58.75. The most frequently booked car type in West Chester is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in West Chester costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 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, 19% more expensive than at Philadelphia.

Expect to pay $3.67 per gallon in West Chester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.06 and $58.75. The most frequently booked car type in West Chester is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.