South Yarmouth travel guide

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You're Going to Love South Yarmouth

With a population of 11,092, South Yarmouth is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. South Yarmouth deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in South Yarmouth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sea Dog Brew Pub (23 Whites Path) and Captain Farris House Tea Room (308 Old Main St) are great picks.

When to visit South Yarmouth

South Yarmouth in November
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Yarmouth in November
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to South Yarmouth

Plane

When flying to South Yarmouth, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to South Yarmouth departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving South Yarmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 66 miles from South Yarmouth. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to South Yarmouth, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Portsmouth, the bus ride to South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to South Yarmouth departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving South Yarmouth, followed by Acela. The train journey from South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 66 miles from South Yarmouth. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

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

Airlines serving South Yarmouth

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 South Yarmouth

Average rates range from around $224 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $382 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of South Yarmouth

Most booked hotels in South Yarmouth

Hyannis Travel Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2502 reviews)
$126+
Anchor In Distinctive Waterfront Lodging
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 405 reviews)
$291+
Bayside Resort Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 598 reviews)
$217+
Blue Rock Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 123 reviews)
$164+
Ambassador Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8, 237 reviews)
$135+
Red Jacket Beach Resort
3 stars
Good (7.9, 365 reviews)
$250+

Renting a car in South Yarmouth

Renting a car in South Yarmouth costs $69 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in South Yarmouth.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in South Yarmouth (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.

Renting a car in South Yarmouth costs $69 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in South Yarmouth.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in South Yarmouth (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.