Cape Cod

Getting there

• Nearest airports

• Boston Logan International, code BOS (about 70 mi from Hyannis)

• Hyannis (regional), code HYA (small schedule, good for quick hops)

• Provincetown (small), code PVC

• Typical round‑trip fares from major cities (prices vary by season)

• New York (JFK or LGA), $150‑$250

• Washington, DC (IAD or DCA), $180‑$300

• Chicago (ORD), $200‑$350

• Atlanta (ATL), $180‑$300

• Miami (MIA), $250‑$400

• Ground transport from BOS to Hyannis

• Taxi, $70‑$80, 1 h 30 min

• Rideshare, $65‑$80, similar time

• Logan Express bus, $15‑$20, 1 h 20 min, drops at Hyannis transit hub

• MBTA bus to South Station then commuter rail to Hyannis, $15‑$20, about 1 h 30 min total

• Rental car, drive I‑90 to US‑6, 1 h 30 min, parking in Hyannis $10‑$15 per day

• Train option

• Seasonal CapeFLYER from Boston to Hyannis, $15‑$20, 1 h 20 min

• Driving from nearby cities

• Providence, RI, ~2 h via I‑95 and US‑6, tolls $5‑$10

• Portland, ME, ~2 h 30 min via I‑95 and US‑6, tolls $6‑$12

• New York City, ~4 h 30 min via I‑95 and US‑6, tolls $15‑$20

Where to stay & what to eat

• Hyannis, central hub, easy ferry access. Hotels $150‑$250 per night; Airbnb $120‑$180.

• Provincetown, artsy vibe, boutique stays $200‑$350; B&Bs $180‑$260.

• Signature dishes

• Lobster roll at The Lobster Pot, $18‑$22

• Fish and chips at Sea Street Café, $15‑$20

• Clam chowder at The Canteen (Provincetown), $12‑$16

• Fried clams at a waterfront shack, $10‑$14

• Must‑see spots

• Cape Cod National Seashore (free, parking $5‑$10)

• Nauset Light in Welfleet, $5 entry

• Pilgrim Monument in Plymouth, $5‑$10

• Hyannis Harbor, free walking, ferry tickets $15‑$30 each way

• Parking & small costs

• Street parking in Hyannis $2‑$3 per hour, max 2 h

• Garage parking $10‑$15 per day

Quick tips

• Book flights early if you’re traveling in July or August; prices jump 30‑50 % after Memorial Day.
• If you’re flying into BOS, the Logan Express bus is the cheapest way to reach Hyannis without a car.
• Parking can fill fast in summer; arrive early or use the municipal lot on Main Street.
• For a relaxed day, rent a bike and ride the Cape Cod Rail Trail, rentals $20‑$30 per day.

Enjoy the drive, the harbor views, and the fresh seafood. It’s a straightforward trip once you pick the right airport and know where to park. Safe travels.