North Adams travel guide

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You're Going to Love North Adams

With a population of 13,708, North Adams is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in North Adams to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in North Adams

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gramercy Bistro (87 Marshall Street) and Freight Yard Pub (1 Furnace Street Heritage State Park, Bldg 3) are great picks.

When to visit North Adams

North Adams in April
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
North Adams in April
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to North Adams

Plane

Although North Adams doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 35 miles from North Adams. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to North Adams departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to North Adams. The train journey from North Adams to New York takes 2h 30m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $18 for a 5h 13m trip.

Car

Another option to get to North Adams is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 142 miles from North Adams. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to North Adams, including Trailways, Greyhound and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to North Adams takes 170 miles and will cost you around $66. From Boston, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 285 miles.

Plane

Although North Adams doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 35 miles from North Adams. Worcester is the most popular, with regular flights from Azul, JetBlue, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to North Adams departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to North Adams. The train journey from North Adams to New York takes 2h 30m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $18 for a 5h 13m trip.

Car

Another option to get to North Adams is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 142 miles from North Adams. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to North Adams, including Trailways, Greyhound and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to North Adams takes 170 miles and will cost you around $66. From Boston, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 285 miles.

Airports near North Adams

Airlines serving North Adams

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (477 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (778 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,794 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (504 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,928 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of North Adams

Most booked hotels in North Adams

The Williams Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 175 reviews)
$301+
Willows Motel Williamstown
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 523 reviews)
$88+
Blackinton Manor
3 stars
Excellent (10, 13 reviews)
$296+
Cozy Corner Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 359 reviews)
$91+
The Villager Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 653 reviews)
$77+
The Porches Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 113 reviews)
$228+

Renting a car in North Adams

Renting a car in North Adams costs $59 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in North Adams.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in North Adams (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in North Adams is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in North Adams costs $59 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in North Adams.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in North Adams (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in North Adams is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.