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Tyngsborough
Skip unless you have a specific reason (a wedding at Chateau Merrimack or a hike in the state forest). Half a day covers the town; one night if you stay at the resort.
Tyngsborough is a small town on the Merrimack River, 40 km north-west of Boston. It has a state forest, a resort hotel and not much else for a visitor. Most people pass through on US-3 or come for an event at Chateau Merrimack. The town is safe and quiet, but there is no reason to make it a destination.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–October
- avoid January–February (cold, some trails may be icy)
- Airports
- BOS · MHT
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tyngsborough911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tyngsborough, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBOS Boston Logan International (About 50 km (31 mi), 45–60 min by car via I-93 and US-3.).BOS Boston Logan International (About 31 mi (50 km), 45–60 min by car via I-93 and US-3.).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (diner)$2–4
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée at a sit-down restaurant$18–35
- Street or quick mealLunch sandwich$8–14
- BeerBeer (draft)$5–8
- Budget bedHotel in Lowell (double room), a night, per roomUS$100
- Mid-range bedChateau Merrimack double room, a night, per roomUS$250
- High-end bedChateau Merrimack double room, a night, per roomUS$300
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$150 · High US$300
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BOS Boston Logan International (About 50 km (31 mi), 45–60 min by car via I-93 and US-3.) · MHT Manchester-Boston Regional (About 30 km (19 mi), 25–30 min by car via US-3.)BOS Boston Logan International (About 31 mi (50 km), 45–60 min by car via I-93 and US-3.) · MHT Manchester-Boston Regional (About 19 mi (30 km), 25–30 min by car via US-3.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Mar
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
not flagged
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C) low), wettest May (12 rain days), driest Feb (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tyngsborough: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
10 rd
Feb
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
9 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
11 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
11 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
12 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
10 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
10 rd
Dec
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. The town has no rail station; the only bridge across the Merrimack is on MA-113 at the town centre. US-3 runs north–south.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 15 min
Car via US-3 south, about 10 min
National Historical Park, mills, breweries.
Door to door: About 25 min
Car via I-93 and MA-125, about 20 min
Phillips Academy, Addison Gallery, downtown shops.
Nashua, New Hampshire
goDoor to door: About 15 min
Car via US-3 north, about 10 min
Shopping, restaurants, no sales tax on most items.
Door to door: About 20 min
Car via MA-110, about 15 min
Kimball Farm, Nashoba Valley ski area.
Door to door: About 25 min
Car via MA-113 and MA-119, about 20 min
Groton Place, hiking trails.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Tyngsborough centre / US-3 corridor
The only hotel is Chateau Merrimack; otherwise look in Lowell or Nashua.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $150–250 excl. bed
- High
- $300+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Chateau Merrimack double room1 × 1 night × US$250 | US$250 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$150 | US$300 |
| Car rental per day (economy)2 × US$40 · check | US$80 |
| Gas for a day of local driving2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$66 |
| Trip total≈ US$363 per person per day, bed included | US$726 |
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2026 estimate in USD; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (diner) | $2–4 |
| Lunch sandwich | $8–14 |
| Dinner entrée at a sit-down restaurant | $18–35 |
| Beer (draft) | $5–8 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3–4 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The only bridge across the Merrimack is in the town centre on MA-113; if it is closed, the detour is long.
- No public transport within the town; you need a car or rideshare.
- Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest has no marked trails – bring a map or GPS.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi / rideshare from Lowell to Tyngsborough: about $15–25 (check)
- Car rental per day (economy): about $40–60 (check)
No public transport; a car is required.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tyngsborough. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–October · avoid January–February (cold, some trails may be icy) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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