Branford travel guide

Branford Tourism | Branford Guide

You're Going to Love Branford

With a population of 29,438, Branford is a must-see destination in Connecticut, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Branford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Branford

If you’re looking for affordable options, HOME (1114 Main St) and Thimble Island Brewing Company (16 Business Park Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Branford

Branford in December
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Branford in December
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Branford

Plane

When flying to Branford, you’ll arrive at Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Branford departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Branford.

Car

Another option to get to Branford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 71 miles from Branford. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Branford, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Branford takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Plane

When flying to Branford, you’ll arrive at Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Branford departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Branford.

Car

Another option to get to Branford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 71 miles from Branford. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Branford, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Branford takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airlines serving Branford

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Branford

Most booked hotels in Branford

Graduate New Haven
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 865 reviews)
$192+
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 518 reviews)
$165+
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 398 reviews)
$148+
New Haven Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1181 reviews)
$186+
American Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 226 reviews)
$99+
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
4 stars
Good (7.7, 423 reviews)
$192+

Renting a car in Branford

Renting a car in Branford costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 24% cheaper than airport locations in Branford.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Branford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Branford is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Branford costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 24% cheaper than airport locations in Branford.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Branford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Branford is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.