Kennebunkport travel guide

Kennebunkport Tourism | Kennebunkport Guide

You're Going to Love Kennebunkport

With a population of 1,238, Kennebunkport is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kennebunkport deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kennebunkport

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Lost Fire (62 Mills Rd) and Earth at Hidden Pond (354 Goose Rocks Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Kennebunkport

Kennebunkport in April
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kennebunkport in April
Estimated hotel price
$206
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kennebunkport in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 5.3″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Kennebunkport, with an average rainfall of 3.6″.

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How to Get to Kennebunkport

Plane

Although Kennebunkport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 20 miles from Kennebunkport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunkport departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kennebunkport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Kennebunkport to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about $16 for a 3h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kennebunkport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 76 miles from Kennebunkport. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennebunkport, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Hartford, the bus ride to Kennebunkport takes 115 miles and will cost you around $22. From Portland, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

Although Kennebunkport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 20 miles from Kennebunkport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunkport departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kennebunkport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Kennebunkport to New Haven takes 2h 33m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about $16 for a 3h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kennebunkport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 76 miles from Kennebunkport. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennebunkport, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Hartford, the bus ride to Kennebunkport takes 115 miles and will cost you around $22. From Portland, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Kennebunkport

Airlines serving Kennebunkport

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kennebunkport

Average rates range from around $339 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $719 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kennebunkport

Most booked hotels in Kennebunkport

The Seaside Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 512 reviews)
$127+
Holiday Inn Express - Wells-Ogunquit-Kennebunk, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 559 reviews)
$195+
Hampton Inn & Suites Wells-Ogunquit
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 350 reviews)
$221+
Kennebunkport Captains Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 299 reviews)
$355+
King's Port Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 582 reviews)
$176+
Americas Best Value Inn & Cottages - Wells / Ogunquit
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 828 reviews)
$121+

Renting a car in Kennebunkport

Renting a car in Kennebunkport costs $96 per day, on average, or $193 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, 22% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kennebunkport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Renting a car in Kennebunkport costs $96 per day, on average, or $193 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, 22% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kennebunkport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.