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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

York travel guide

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You're Going to Love York

York is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. York deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in York

If you’re looking for affordable options, Shearwater at Stage Neck Inn (8 Stage Neck Rd) and Cliff House - Terrace (591 Shore Rd) are great picks.

When to visit York

York in January
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel
York in January
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to York

Plane

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

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving York, followed by Acela. The train journey from York to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $34 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to York is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 59 miles from York. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to York, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Manchester, the bus ride to York takes 80 miles and will cost you around $35. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 105 miles.

Plane

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

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving York, followed by Acela. The train journey from York to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $34 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to York is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 59 miles from York. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to York, including OurBus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Manchester, the bus ride to York takes 80 miles and will cost you around $35. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 105 miles.

Airports near York

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving York

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 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 (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in York

Average rates range from around $377 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $260 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of York

Most booked hotels in York

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Viewpoint Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9.4, 157 reviews)
$348+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1112 reviews)
$193+
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Dockside Guest Quarters
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 139 reviews)
$382+
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Anchorage by the Sea
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 874 reviews)
$223+
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The Nevada
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, 13 reviews)
$235+
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Meadowmere Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 875 reviews)
$174+
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Renting a car in York

Renting a car in York costs $156 per day, on average, or $313 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, 54% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in York (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.

Renting a car in York costs $156 per day, on average, or $313 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, 54% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in York (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.

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