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
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel
White Plains in February
Estimated hotel price
$198
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 Charlotte and takes around 1h 48m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Plains, followed by Acela. The train journey from White Plains to Trenton takes 0h 32m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $6 for a 0h 49m 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 Drive Tri-State, 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 $38. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $15 for a journey of 100 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 Charlotte and takes around 1h 48m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Plains, followed by Acela. The train journey from White Plains to Trenton takes 0h 32m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $6 for a 0h 49m 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 Drive Tri-State, 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 $38. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $15 for a journey of 100 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,964 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,937 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,345 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (912 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,675 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,983 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,226 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,310 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 $212 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $281 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in White Plains, with prices from $24 to $795 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in White Plains are about 126% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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 (8.9, 451 reviews)
$177+
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Residence Inn by Marriott White Plains Westchester County
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 281 reviews)
$227+
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Westchester Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 522 reviews)
$232+
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Hyatt Regency Greenwich
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1661 reviews)
$236+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tarrytown Westchester County
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1067 reviews)
$152+
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The Opus Westchester, Autograph Collection
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 104 reviews)
$281+
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Renting a car in White Plains

Renting a car in White Plains costs $84 per day, on average, or $336 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 $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in White Plains, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in White Plains costs $84 per day, on average, or $336 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 $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in White Plains, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in White Plains

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$31/day

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

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