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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Highlands. The train journey from Highlands to Trenton takes 0h 57m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 24m 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 Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Highlands, including OurBus, Bus and FlixBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Highlands takes 85 miles and will cost you around $17. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $46 for a journey of 145 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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Highlands. The train journey from Highlands to Trenton takes 0h 57m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 24m 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 Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Highlands, including OurBus, Bus and FlixBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Highlands takes 85 miles and will cost you around $17. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $46 for a journey of 145 miles.

Airports near Highlands

TEBTeterboro
MMUMorristown

Airlines serving Highlands

KLM
Good (1,457 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,790 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,751 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,207 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,220 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,876 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,312 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,688 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,167 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,895 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, 334 reviews)
$170+
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The Hub Middletown Red Bank, BW Signature Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 665 reviews)
$97+
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Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Good (7.9, 813 reviews)
$157+
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Courtyard by Marriott Lincroft Red Bank
3 stars
Good (7.8, 127 reviews)
$181+
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BeachWalk at Sea Bright
2 stars
Good (7.3, 215 reviews)
$113+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Red Bank - Middletown
2 stars
Good (6.3, 714 reviews)
$107+
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Renting a car in Highlands

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09.