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 Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant (100 Ocean Ave. North) 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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Long Branch, followed by Acela. The train journey from Long Branch to Philadelphia takes 1h 05m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 50m 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, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Long Branch takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Long Branch, followed by Acela. The train journey from Long Branch to Philadelphia takes 1h 05m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 50m 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, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Long Branch takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Long Branch

Airlines serving Long Branch

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 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, 304 reviews)
$387+
Sheraton Eatontown Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 117 reviews)
$243+
The Asbury Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 793 reviews)
$315+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Long Branch - Eatontown
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 563 reviews)
$147+
Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 444 reviews)
$233+
Wave Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8, 524 reviews)
$539+

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, 73% 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, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.