Waitsfield travel guide

Waitsfield Tourism | Waitsfield Guide

You're Going to Love Waitsfield

With a population of 164, Waitsfield is a must-see destination in Vermont, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Waitsfield to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Waitsfield

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hyde Away Inn & Restaurant (1428 Millbrook Rd) and Sage Restaurant - Waitsfield (8 VT Route 17) are great picks.

When to visit Waitsfield

Waitsfield in January
Estimated hotel price
$136
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waitsfield in January
Estimated hotel price
$136
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waitsfield

Plane

Although Waitsfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Burlington (BTV), which is located 27 miles from Waitsfield. Plattsburgh Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Contour, Allegiant Air, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Waitsfield departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 34m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waitsfield. The train journey from Waitsfield to New York takes 7h 31m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $89 for a 10h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Waitsfield is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 153 miles from Waitsfield. You’ll find branches of Getaround and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waitsfield, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Megabus. From Boston, the bus ride to Waitsfield takes 225 miles and will cost you around $71. From New York, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 590 miles.

Plane

Although Waitsfield doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Burlington (BTV), which is located 27 miles from Waitsfield. Plattsburgh Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Contour, Allegiant Air, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Waitsfield departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 34m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waitsfield. The train journey from Waitsfield to New York takes 7h 31m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $89 for a 10h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Waitsfield is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 153 miles from Waitsfield. You’ll find branches of Getaround and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waitsfield, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Megabus. From Boston, the bus ride to Waitsfield takes 225 miles and will cost you around $71. From New York, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 590 miles.

Airports near Waitsfield

Airlines serving Waitsfield

KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,552 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)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,422 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,517 reviews)
Frontier
Good (3,583 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,039 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,979 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,036 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,331 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (536 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,805 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Waitsfield

Most booked hotels in Waitsfield

Mad River Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 105 reviews)
$164+
White Horse Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 219 reviews)
$142+
Hyde Away Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, 28 reviews)
$184+
Swanson Inn of Vermont
3 stars
Excellent (10, 1 review)
$146+
The Waitsfield Inn
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$123+

Renting a car in Waitsfield

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Waitsfield (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.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Waitsfield (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.