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 4 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rye in January
Estimated hotel price
$133
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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rye, followed by Acela. The train journey from Rye to New Haven takes 2h 28m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 01m 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 OurBus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Portland, the bus ride to Rye takes 130 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 238 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rye, followed by Acela. The train journey from Rye to New Haven takes 2h 28m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 01m 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 OurBus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Portland, the bus ride to Rye takes 130 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 238 miles.

Airports near Rye

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Rye

KLM
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,867 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,819 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,326 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,276 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,903 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,153 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,552 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,477 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,838 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,176 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,229 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rye

Average rates range from around $438 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $224 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, 614 reviews)
$107+
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Rye Motor Inn - Oceanfront, Walk to Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 93 reviews)
$143+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1187 reviews)
$111+
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Seacoast
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 338 reviews)
$98+
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Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1204 reviews)
$77+
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Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
3 stars
Good (7.7, 740 reviews)
$119+
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Renting a car in Rye

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41.