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 September
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rye in September
Estimated hotel price
$114
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 10 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Rye departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rye, followed by Acela. The train journey from Rye to New York takes 4h 13m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rye is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 75 km 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 Bus. From Hartford, the bus ride to Rye takes 217 km and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 383 km.

Plane

When flying to Rye, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 10 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Rye departs from Valparaiso and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rye, followed by Acela. The train journey from Rye to New York takes 4h 13m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $27 for a 4h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rye is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 75 km 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 Bus. From Hartford, the bus ride to Rye takes 217 km and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 383 km.

Airports near Rye

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Rye

Lufthansa
Good (7,974 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,944 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,352 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,936 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,684 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,769 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,000 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,238 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,313 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rye

Average rates range from around $443 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $269 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 (9.6, 627 reviews)
$126+
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Rye Motor Inn - Oceanfront, Walk to Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 93 reviews)
$167+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1189 reviews)
$135+
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Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 607 reviews)
$114+
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Seacoast
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 338 reviews)
$128+
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Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
3 stars
Good (7.7, 744 reviews)
$118+
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Renting a car in Rye

Renting a car in Rye costs $102 per day, on average, or $406 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.

Renting a car in Rye costs $102 per day, on average, or $406 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.