Hudson travel guide
Hudson Tourism | Hudson Guide
You're Going to Love Hudson
With a population of 6,713, Hudson is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hudson to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Hudson
If you’re looking for affordable options, Helsinki Hudson (405 Columbia Street) and Vico Restaurant and Bar (136 Warren Street) are great picks.
When to visit Hudson
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hudson in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Hudson, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.
How to Get to Hudson
Plane
Although Hudson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 34 miles from Hudson. The shortest domestic flight to Hudson departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 08m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hudson. The train journey from Hudson to New York takes 2h 30m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $62 for a 5h 13m trip. The train station in Hudson is called Hudson, and is located 0.4 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Hudson is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 104 miles from Hudson. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hudson, including Trailways, Greyhound and FlixBus.
Airlines serving Hudson
Where to stay in popular areas of Hudson
Most booked hotels in Hudson
Renting a car in Hudson
Renting a car in Hudson costs $77 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Albany Intl.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Hudson (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 Hudson is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.