Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Baytown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Baytown

With a population of 71,802, Baytown is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 39 days in order to fully appreciate everything Baytown has to offer.

Where to Eat in Baytown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Saltgrass Steakhouse - Baytown (4400 E Freeway) and Iguana Joes -Baytown (9030 N Highway 146) are great picks.

When to visit Baytown

Baytown in October
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Baytown in October
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Baytown in July, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 138 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Baytown, with an average rainfall of 41 mm.

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How to Get to Baytown

Plane

Although Baytown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 31 km from Baytown.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Baytown. The train journey from Baytown to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $60 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $64 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Baytown is to pick up a car hire from Houston, which is about 38 km from Baytown. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Baytown, including Bus, Tornado Bus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to Baytown takes 233 km and will cost you around $124. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $124 for a journey of 290 km.

Plane

Although Baytown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 31 km from Baytown.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Baytown. The train journey from Baytown to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $60 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Lafayette, expect to pay about $64 for a 5h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Baytown is to pick up a car hire from Houston, which is about 38 km from Baytown. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Baytown, including Bus, Tornado Bus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to Baytown takes 233 km and will cost you around $124. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $124 for a journey of 290 km.

Airports near Baytown

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
BPTBeaumont Jefferson County
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Baytown

Lufthansa
Good (7,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,820 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,584 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,778 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,688 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,211 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,562 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,210 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,933 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,846 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
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Where to stay in Baytown

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Baytown and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston East - Baytown.

Where to stay in popular areas of Baytown

Most booked hotels in Baytown

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Houston Baytown
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$195+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Baytown East
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$124+
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Motel 6 Houston - Baytown East
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$85+
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Motel 6-Baytown, Tx - Garth Rd
2 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
$85+
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Hiring a car in Baytown

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Baytown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.08 and $24.10. The most frequently booked car type in Baytown is Full-size (Chevrolet Traverse or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Baytown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.08 and $24.10. The most frequently booked car type in Baytown is Full-size (Chevrolet Traverse or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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