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

White Plains travel guide

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You're Going to Love White Plains

With a population of 56,853, White Plains is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything White Plains has to offer.

Where to Eat in White Plains

If you’re looking for affordable options, Benjamin Steakhouse - Westchester (610 Hartsdale Rd.) and Red Horse by David Burke White Plains (221 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit White Plains

White Plains in February
Estimated hotel price
$200
1 night at 3-star hotel
White Plains in February
Estimated hotel price
$200
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to White Plains

Plane

When flying to White Plains, you’ll arrive at White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to White Plains departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Plains, followed by Acela. The train journey from White Plains to Philadelphia takes 1h 20m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to White Plains is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 22 miles from White Plains. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to White Plains, including OurBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Andalusia, the bus ride to White Plains takes 90 miles and will cost you around $34. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $47 for a journey of 145 miles. The most popular bus station is White Plains Transp Ctr - 11 Ferris Ave, located 0.6 miles from downtown White Plains. White Plains Westchester & Kensico is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to White Plains, you’ll arrive at White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to White Plains departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Plains, followed by Acela. The train journey from White Plains to Philadelphia takes 1h 20m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to White Plains is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 22 miles from White Plains. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to White Plains, including OurBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Andalusia, the bus ride to White Plains takes 90 miles and will cost you around $34. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $47 for a journey of 145 miles. The most popular bus station is White Plains Transp Ctr - 11 Ferris Ave, located 0.6 miles from downtown White Plains. White Plains Westchester & Kensico is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city center.

Airports near White Plains

TEBTeterboro
HPNWhite Plains Westchester County

Airlines serving White Plains

KLM
Good (1,446 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,758 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,707 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,128 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,215 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,226 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,530 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,494 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,673 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,175 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,379 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,153 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,825 reviews)
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Where to stay in White Plains

From 5-star hotels such as the The Opus Westchester, Autograph Collection to great affordable options like the Cambria Hotel White Plains - Downtown, White Plains offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $180 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $336 and up for a 5-star experience.

Most popular hotel in White Plains by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of White Plains

Most booked hotels in White Plains

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Cambria Hotel White Plains - Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (9, 453 reviews)
$193+
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Westchester Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 515 reviews)
$177+
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Residence Inn by Marriott White Plains Westchester County
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 276 reviews)
$209+
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Hyatt Regency Greenwich
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1661 reviews)
$208+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tarrytown Westchester County
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1048 reviews)
$144+
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Sonesta White Plains Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 943 reviews)
$169+
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Renting a car in White Plains

Renting a car in White Plains costs $103 per day, on average, or $412 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in White Plains is the Budget branch at 240 Airport Rd, Departure Bldg, which is 4 miles from the city center.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in White Plains (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in White Plains is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in White Plains costs $103 per day, on average, or $412 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in White Plains is the Budget branch at 240 Airport Rd, Departure Bldg, which is 4 miles from the city center.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in White Plains (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in White Plains is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in White Plains

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$27/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$30/day

Intermediate
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