Waitsfield travel guide

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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 November
Estimated hotel price
$142
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waitsfield in November
Estimated hotel price
$142
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 Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Waitsfield departs from Raleigh and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waitsfield. The train journey from Waitsfield to New York takes 7h 36m and costs around $66 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $62 for a 12h 08m 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 Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Boston.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Waitsfield using FlixBus or Megabus. From Boston, the bus ride to Waitsfield takes 225 miles and will cost you around $148. From New York, the ticket costs about $120 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 Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Waitsfield departs from Raleigh and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waitsfield. The train journey from Waitsfield to New York takes 7h 36m and costs around $66 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $62 for a 12h 08m 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 Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Boston.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Waitsfield using FlixBus or Megabus. From Boston, the bus ride to Waitsfield takes 225 miles and will cost you around $148. From New York, the ticket costs about $120 for a journey of 590 miles.

Airports near Waitsfield

Airlines serving Waitsfield

KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (778 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,794 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (137 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (504 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (311 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,928 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (438 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Waitsfield

Most booked hotels in Waitsfield

White Horse Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 250 reviews)
$156+
Mad River Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 121 reviews)
$155+
Swanson Inn of Vermont
3 stars
Excellent (10, 1 review)
$183+
The Waitsfield Inn
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$136+

Renting a car in Waitsfield

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99.