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, One Willow (1 Willow St) and Il Lago (122 Bay Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Highlands

Highlands in November
Estimated hotel price
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel
Highlands in November
Estimated hotel price
$198
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 Skyports SPB (NYS), which is located 23 miles from Highlands. The shortest domestic flight to Highlands departs from Miami and takes around 2h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Highlands. The train journey from Highlands to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 22m 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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Highlands, including Bus, OurBus and CoachRun. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Highlands takes 80 miles and will cost you around $38. From Boston, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 230 miles.

Plane

Although Highlands doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York Skyports SPB (NYS), which is located 23 miles from Highlands. The shortest domestic flight to Highlands departs from Miami and takes around 2h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Highlands. The train journey from Highlands to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 22m 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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Highlands, including Bus, OurBus and CoachRun. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Highlands takes 80 miles and will cost you around $38. From Boston, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 230 miles.

Airports near Highlands

TEBTeterboro
NYSNew York Skyports SPB

Airlines serving Highlands

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,982 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,092 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Highlands

Most booked hotels in Highlands

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Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 751 reviews)
$235+
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Oyster Point Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 303 reviews)
$248+
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The Hub Middletown Red Bank, BW Signature Collection
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 635 reviews)
$160+
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BeachWalk at Sea Bright
2 stars
Good (7.6, 168 reviews)
$253+
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Courtyard by Marriott Lincroft Red Bank
3 stars
Good (7.6, 125 reviews)
$254+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Red Bank - Middletown
2 stars
Good (6.5, 688 reviews)
$143+
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Renting a car in Highlands

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Highlands, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Highlands, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

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