Long Branch travel guide

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You're Going to Love Long Branch

With a population of 30,719, Long Branch is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Long Branch to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Long Branch

Where to Eat in Long Branch

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bar (110 Ocean Ave Long Branch) and Branch Cantina (110 Ocean Ave N) are great picks.

When to visit Long Branch

Long Branch in February
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Long Branch in February
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Long Branch

Plane

Although Long Branch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York Skyports SPB (NYS), which is located 30 miles from Long Branch. The shortest domestic flight to Long Branch departs from Boston and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Long Branch. The train journey from Long Branch to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Long Branch is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 31 miles from Long Branch. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Long Branch, including Megabus, Greyhound and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Long Branch takes 90 miles and will cost you around $11. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 220 miles.

Plane

Although Long Branch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York Skyports SPB (NYS), which is located 30 miles from Long Branch. The shortest domestic flight to Long Branch departs from Boston and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Long Branch. The train journey from Long Branch to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Long Branch is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 31 miles from Long Branch. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Long Branch, including Megabus, Greyhound and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Long Branch takes 90 miles and will cost you around $11. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Long Branch

Airlines serving Long Branch

Lufthansa
Good (4,673 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (487 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,010 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (810 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (838 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Long Branch

Most booked hotels in Long Branch

Bungalow Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 301 reviews)
$421+
Sheraton Eatontown Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 113 reviews)
$265+
The Asbury Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 788 reviews)
$366+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Long Branch - Eatontown
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 563 reviews)
$159+
Wave Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 513 reviews)
$626+
Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 443 reviews)
$221+

Renting a car in Long Branch

Renting a car in Long Branch costs $81 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Long Branch (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 Long Branch is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Long Branch costs $81 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Long Branch (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 Long Branch is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.