Sandpoint travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sandpoint

With a population of 7,365, Sandpoint is a must-see destination in Idaho, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Sandpoint deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Sandpoint

If you’re looking for affordable options, Trinity at City Beach (58 Bridge St) and The Idaho Club (151 Clubhouse Way) are great picks.

When to visit Sandpoint

Sandpoint in March
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sandpoint in March
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sandpoint in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Sandpoint, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Sandpoint

Plane

Although Sandpoint doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Spokane Airport (GEG), which is located 64 miles from Sandpoint. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sandpoint include Air France, Aeromexico and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Sandpoint departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sandpoint. The train journey from Sandpoint to Everett takes 6h 42m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $44 for a 7h 08m trip. The train station in Sandpoint is called Sandpoint, and is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Sandpoint is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 59 miles from Sandpoint. You’ll find branches of Budget and Thrifty, among others, in Spokane.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Sandpoint using Amtrak or Bus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Sandpoint takes 325 miles and will cost you around $187. From Everett, the ticket costs about $130 for a journey of 380 miles.

Plane

Although Sandpoint doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Spokane Airport (GEG), which is located 64 miles from Sandpoint. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sandpoint include Air France, Aeromexico and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Sandpoint departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sandpoint. The train journey from Sandpoint to Everett takes 6h 42m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $44 for a 7h 08m trip. The train station in Sandpoint is called Sandpoint, and is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Sandpoint is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 59 miles from Sandpoint. You’ll find branches of Budget and Thrifty, among others, in Spokane.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Sandpoint using Amtrak or Bus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Sandpoint takes 325 miles and will cost you around $187. From Everett, the ticket costs about $130 for a journey of 380 miles.

Airports near Sandpoint

Airlines serving Sandpoint

Lufthansa
Good (7,187 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,088 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,422 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,339 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (886 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,039 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (254 reviews)
China Southern
Good (144 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,451 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,979 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sandpoint

Most booked hotels in Sandpoint

Talus Rock Retreat
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 76 reviews)
$164+
Best Western Plus Ponderay Mountain Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 215 reviews)
$127+
Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 477 reviews)
$97+
Cedar Street Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 939 reviews)
$120+
Best Western Edgewater Resort
3 stars
Good (7.4, 270 reviews)
$134+
FairBridge Inn and Suites Sandpoint
3 stars
Good (7.4, 184 reviews)
$77+

Renting a car in Sandpoint

Renting a car in Sandpoint costs $95 per day, on average, or $190 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Spokane.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Sandpoint (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.

Renting a car in Sandpoint costs $95 per day, on average, or $190 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Spokane.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Sandpoint (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.