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 New York and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Concord, followed by Acela. The train journey from Concord to Providence takes 0h 43m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m 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 Bus. From Providence, the bus ride to Concord takes 60 miles and will cost you around $11. From Portsmouth, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 90 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 New York and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Concord, followed by Acela. The train journey from Concord to Providence takes 0h 43m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m 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 Bus. From Providence, the bus ride to Concord takes 60 miles and will cost you around $11. From Portsmouth, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 90 miles.

Airports near Concord

Airlines serving Concord

Lufthansa
Good (4,684 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (948 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,256 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,988 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (811 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (930 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (836 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)
$419+
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Boston Sudbury
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 97 reviews)
$166+
Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Concord
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 138 reviews)
$181+
Concord's Colonial Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, 494 reviews)
$198+
Element Lexington
3 stars
Good (7.6, 135 reviews)
$163+
Aloft Lexington
3 stars
Good (7.3, 344 reviews)
$137+

Renting a car in Concord

Renting a car in Concord costs $98 per day, on average, or $197 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, 23% 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 Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Concord costs $98 per day, on average, or $197 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, 23% 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 Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.