Wells travel guide

Wells Tourism | Wells Guide

You're Going to Love Wells

With a population of 10,162, Wells is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Wells deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Wells

Wells in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wells in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wells

Plane

Although Wells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 26 miles from Wells. 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 Wells departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Wells, followed by Acela. The train journey from Wells 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. The train station in Wells is called Wells, and is located 1.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wells is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 71 miles from Wells. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

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

Plane

Although Wells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 26 miles from Wells. 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 Wells departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Wells, followed by Acela. The train journey from Wells 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. The train station in Wells is called Wells, and is located 1.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wells is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 71 miles from Wells. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

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

Airports near Wells

Airlines serving Wells

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 Wells

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Footbridge North Hotel and The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wells

Most booked hotels in Wells

Holiday Inn Express - Wells-Ogunquit-Kennebunk, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 559 reviews)
$195+
Anchorage by the Sea
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 433 reviews)
$269+
Hampton Inn & Suites Wells-Ogunquit
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 350 reviews)
$221+
Atlantic Oceanfront Hotel, Wells Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 228 reviews)
$169+
Norseman Resort on the Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 709 reviews)
$218+
Admiral's Inn Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 605 reviews)
$189+

Renting a car in Wells

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wells (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. The most frequently booked car type in Wells is Luxury (Chrysler 300 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Atlas or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wells (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. The most frequently booked car type in Wells is Luxury (Chrysler 300 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Atlas or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.