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 January
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rye in January
Estimated hotel price
$151
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 Miami and takes around 3h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rye, followed by Acela.

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, Bus and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Rye takes 130 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $31 for a journey of 235 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 Miami and takes around 3h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rye, followed by Acela.

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, Bus and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Rye takes 130 miles and will cost you around $54. From New York, the ticket costs about $31 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airports near Rye

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Rye

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,113 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,818 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,057 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,114 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,690 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,443 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,513 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,555 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,337 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (884 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,105 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,624 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,419 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,528 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,152 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rye

Average rates range from around $437 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $203 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 (9.3, 614 reviews)
$107+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1180 reviews)
$117+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1370 reviews)
$66+
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Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 598 reviews)
$100+
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Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
3 stars
Good (7.7, 730 reviews)
$114+
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Ashworth by the Sea
3 stars
Good (7.4, 1563 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Rye

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09.