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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 3 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, Emma's Ale House (68 Gedney Way) and Mulino's (99 Court St.) are great picks.

When to visit White Plains

White Plains in February
Estimated hotel price
$201
1 night at 3-star hotel
White Plains in February
Estimated hotel price
$201
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 Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Plains, followed by Acela. The train journey from White Plains to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Princeton Junction, expect to pay about $6 for a 1h 08m 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 Greyhound, FlixBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to White Plains takes 80 miles and will cost you around $19. From Albany, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 150 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 Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving White Plains, followed by Acela. The train journey from White Plains to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Princeton Junction, expect to pay about $6 for a 1h 08m 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 Greyhound, FlixBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to White Plains takes 80 miles and will cost you around $19. From Albany, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 150 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 (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 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 $209 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $365 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, 439 reviews)
$257+
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Westchester Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 498 reviews)
$216+
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Residence Inn by Marriott White Plains Westchester County
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 266 reviews)
$228+
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Hyatt Regency Greenwich
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1625 reviews)
$198+
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Hyatt House White Plains
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1164 reviews)
$213+
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Sonesta White Plains Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 920 reviews)
$223+
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Renting a car in White Plains

Renting a car in White Plains costs $101 per day, on average, or $303 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in White Plains is the Hertz branch at 240 Airport Rd St 104, which is 4 miles from the city center.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. 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 (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in White Plains costs $101 per day, on average, or $303 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in White Plains is the Hertz branch at 240 Airport Rd St 104, which is 4 miles from the city center.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. 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 (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in White Plains

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$36/day

Intermediate

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Compact
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