Concord travel guide

Concord Tourism | Concord Guide

You're Going to Love Concord

With a population of 16,810, Concord is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Concord deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Concord

If you’re looking for affordable options, Woods Hill Table (24 Commonwealth Ave) and Trails End Cafe (97 Lowell Road) are great picks.

When to visit Concord

Concord in December
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Concord in December
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Concord

Plane

When flying to Concord, you’ll arrive at Bedford Hanscom Field (BED), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Concord departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Concord, followed by Acela. The train journey from Concord to New Haven takes 2h 22m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $16 for a 3h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Concord is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 180 miles from Concord. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Concord, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Portsmouth, the bus ride to Concord takes 90 miles and will cost you around $30. From Truro, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 190 miles.

Plane

When flying to Concord, you’ll arrive at Bedford Hanscom Field (BED), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Concord departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Concord, followed by Acela. The train journey from Concord to New Haven takes 2h 22m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Stamford, expect to pay about $16 for a 3h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Concord is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 180 miles from Concord. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Concord, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Portsmouth, the bus ride to Concord takes 90 miles and will cost you around $30. From Truro, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 190 miles.

Airports near Concord

Airlines serving Concord

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,711 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Concord

Most booked hotels in Concord

The Inn at Hastings Park
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 68 reviews)
$413+
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Boston Sudbury
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 98 reviews)
$175+
Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Concord
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 136 reviews)
$200+
Concord's Colonial Inn
3 stars
Good (7.9, 492 reviews)
$182+
Element Lexington
3 stars
Good (7.6, 134 reviews)
$156+
Aloft Lexington
3 stars
Good (7.3, 347 reviews)
$133+

Renting a car in Concord

Renting a car in Concord costs $76 per day, on average, or $152 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, 1% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Concord (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Concord is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Concord costs $76 per day, on average, or $152 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, 1% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Concord (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Concord is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.