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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Highlands to see all of its attractions.

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 West Palm Beach and takes around 2h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Highlands, followed by Acela. The train journey from Highlands to Philadelphia takes 1h 21m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 43m 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 Bus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Highlands takes 90 miles and will cost you around $37. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 224 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 West Palm Beach and takes around 2h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Highlands, followed by Acela. The train journey from Highlands to Philadelphia takes 1h 21m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 43m 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 Bus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Highlands takes 90 miles and will cost you around $37. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 224 miles.

Airports near Highlands

TEBTeterboro
MMUMorristown

Airlines serving Highlands

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,565 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,513 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,013 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,008 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,442 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,571 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,057 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,273 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,398 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 (8.6, 321 reviews)
$385+
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Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 797 reviews)
$240+
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The Hub Middletown Red Bank, BW Signature Collection
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 658 reviews)
$117+
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Courtyard by Marriott Lincroft Red Bank
3 stars
Good (7.6, 127 reviews)
$253+
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BeachWalk at Sea Bright
2 stars
Good (7.1, 210 reviews)
$121+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Red Bank - Middletown
2 stars
Good (6.3, 706 reviews)
$123+
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Renting a car in Highlands

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.