Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Highlands travel guide

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You're Going to Love Highlands

With a population of 5,005, Highlands is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. Highlands deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Highlands

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bistro Iberia (122 Bay Ave) and Proving Ground Waterfront Dining (56 Shrewsbury Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Highlands

Highlands in September
Estimated hotel price
$155
1 night at 3-star hotel
Highlands in September
Estimated hotel price
$155
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Highlands in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Highlands, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Highlands

Plane

Although Highlands doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York All airports (NYC), which is located 24 miles from Highlands. The shortest domestic flight to Highlands departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 37m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Highlands, followed by Acela. The train journey from Highlands to Trenton takes 0h 54m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $21 for a 2h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Highlands is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 24 miles from Highlands. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Highlands, including OurBus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Highlands takes 90 miles and will cost you around $15. From Binghamton, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 195 miles.

Plane

Although Highlands doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York All airports (NYC), which is located 24 miles from Highlands. The shortest domestic flight to Highlands departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 37m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Highlands, followed by Acela. The train journey from Highlands to Trenton takes 0h 54m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $21 for a 2h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Highlands is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 24 miles from Highlands. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Highlands, including OurBus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Highlands takes 90 miles and will cost you around $15. From Binghamton, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 195 miles.

Airports near Highlands

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MMUMorristown

Airlines serving Highlands

Lufthansa
Good (7,993 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,514 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,974 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,448 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,362 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,215 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,774 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,020 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Highlands

Most booked hotels in Highlands

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Oyster Point Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 348 reviews)
$171+
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Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 821 reviews)
$172+
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The Hub Middletown Red Bank, BW Signature Collection
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 673 reviews)
$156+
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Courtyard by Marriott Lincroft Red Bank
3 stars
Excellent (8, 127 reviews)
$212+
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BeachWalk at Sea Bright
2 stars
Good (7.4, 218 reviews)
$103+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Red Bank - Middletown
2 stars
Good (6.4, 719 reviews)
$113+
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Renting a car in Highlands

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Highlands (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Highlands (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.