Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Rye travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rye

With a population of 5,277, Rye is a must-see destination in New Hampshire, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Rye has to offer.

Where to Eat in Rye

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Carriage House (2263 Ocean Blvd) and Atlantic Grill Restaurant (5 Pioneer Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Rye

Rye in November
Estimated hotel price
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rye in November
Estimated hotel price
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rye

Plane

When flying to Rye, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Rye departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rye, followed by Acela. The train journey from Rye to Providence takes 0h 43m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rye is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 47 miles from Rye. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rye, including Bus, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Rye takes 60 miles and will cost you around $29. From Portland, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

When flying to Rye, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Rye departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rye, followed by Acela. The train journey from Rye to Providence takes 0h 43m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rye is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 47 miles from Rye. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rye, including Bus, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Rye takes 60 miles and will cost you around $29. From Portland, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Rye

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Rye

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,565 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,513 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,013 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,008 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,442 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,571 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,057 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,273 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,398 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rye

Average rates range from around $470 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $338 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rye

Most booked hotels in Rye

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The Inn at Rye Place
2 stars
Excellent (9.5, 608 reviews)
$151+
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Rye Motor Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 91 reviews)
$295+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1174 reviews)
$142+
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The Crest - Hampton Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 331 reviews)
$301+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1362 reviews)
$75+
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Ashworth by the Sea
3 stars
Good (7.3, 1563 reviews)
$125+
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Renting a car in Rye

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Rye (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Rye (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.