Hampton Beach travel guide

Hampton Beach Tourism | Hampton Beach Guide

You're Going to Love Hampton Beach

With a population of 2 275, Hampton Beach is a must-see destination in New Hampshire, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hampton Beach to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Hampton Beach

Hampton Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hampton Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hampton Beach

Plane

When flying to Hampton Beach, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Hampton Beach from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 22h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton Beach to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $23 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton Beach is to pick up a car hire from Boston, which is about 64 km from Hampton Beach. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton Beach, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Portland, the bus ride to Hampton Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around $49. From New York, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

When flying to Hampton Beach, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Hampton Beach from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 22h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton Beach, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton Beach to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $23 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton Beach is to pick up a car hire from Boston, which is about 64 km from Hampton Beach. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton Beach, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Portland, the bus ride to Hampton Beach takes 185 km and will cost you around $49. From New York, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Hampton Beach

Airlines serving Hampton Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,636 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,299 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,554 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,756 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hampton Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Royal Coach Motor Lodge and Marguerite Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hampton Beach

Most booked hotels in Hampton Beach

Atlantic Breeze Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$272+
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$299+
Courtyard by Marriott Portsmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$209+
Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$184+
Royal Crest Inn - Hampton Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$238+
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$154+

Hiring a car in Hampton Beach

Expect to pay $1.60 per litre in Hampton Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.17 and $25.56.

Expect to pay $1.60 per litre in Hampton Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.17 and $25.56.