Kennebunk travel guide
Kennebunk Tourism | Kennebunk Guide
You're Going to Love Kennebunk
With a population of 5,214, Kennebunk is a must-see destination in Maine, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kennebunk to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Kennebunk
If you’re looking for affordable options, Ports of Italy - The Kennebunks (4 Western Ave) and The Tavern at the Kennebunk Inn (45 Main St.) are great picks.
When to visit Kennebunk
How to Get to Kennebunk
Plane
Although Kennebunk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PWM), which is located 22 miles from Kennebunk. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, ITA Airways, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennebunk departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 15m.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kennebunk, followed by Acela. The train journey from Kennebunk to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 27m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Kennebunk is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 75 miles from Kennebunk. You’ll find branches of Getaround and Dollar, among others, in Boston.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennebunk, including OurBus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Portland, the bus ride to Kennebunk takes 115 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 228 miles.
Airlines serving Kennebunk
Where to stay in Kennebunk
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Kennebunk Kennebunkport ME and The Kennebunk Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kennebunk
Most booked hotels in Kennebunk
Renting a car in Kennebunk
Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Kennebunk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Kennebunk is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.