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
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Baytown in October
Estimated hotel price
$143
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 19 miles from Baytown.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Baytown. The train journey from Baytown to Lake Charles takes 4h 23m and costs around $46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Antonio, expect to pay about $61 for a 4h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Baytown is to pick up a car hire from Houston, which is about 23 miles from Baytown. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Baytown, including Tornado Bus, Bus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to Baytown takes 165 miles and will cost you around $49. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $126 for a journey of 205 miles.

Plane

Although Baytown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 19 miles from Baytown.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Baytown. The train journey from Baytown to Lake Charles takes 4h 23m and costs around $46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Antonio, expect to pay about $61 for a 4h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Baytown is to pick up a car hire from Houston, which is about 23 miles from Baytown. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Baytown, including Tornado Bus, Bus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to Baytown takes 165 miles and will cost you around $49. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $126 for a journey of 205 miles.

Airports near Baytown

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
BPTBeaumont Jefferson County
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Baytown

Lufthansa
Good (7,073 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,344 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,889 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,946 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,800 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (790 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,230 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,571 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,338 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,361 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,039 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,279 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,867 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,206 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,294 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)
$196+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Baytown East
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$128+
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Motel 6 Houston - Baytown East
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$87+
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Motel 6-Baytown, Tx - Garth Rd
2 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
$87+
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Hiring a car in Baytown

Expect to pay $1.57 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 $18.76 and $25.02. 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 Corolla or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.57 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 $18.76 and $25.02. 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 Corolla or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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