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

Toms River travel guide

Toms River Tourism | Toms River Guide

You're Going to Love Toms River

With a population of 88,791, Toms River is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Toms River has to offer.

Where to Eat in Toms River

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bahama Breeze - Tom's River (1201 Hooper Ave) and Office Restaurant & Lounge (820 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Toms River

Toms River in December
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Toms River in December
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Toms River in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Toms River, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.

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How to Get to Toms River

Plane

Although Toms River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 40 miles from Toms River. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Toms River departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Toms River is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 57 miles from Toms River. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Plane

Although Toms River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 40 miles from Toms River. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Toms River departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Toms River is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 57 miles from Toms River. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Airports near Toms River

Airlines serving Toms River

Lufthansa
Good (8,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,525 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,007 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,395 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,960 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,593 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,796 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,095 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,195 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,346 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,262 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Toms River

Most booked hotels in Toms River

Sunrise Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 602 reviews)
$125+
Clarion Hotel & Conference Center
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 377 reviews)
$127+
Days Hotel Toms River Jersey Shore
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1328 reviews)
$95+
Hershey Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1006 reviews)
$102+
Charlroy Motel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 385 reviews)
$118+
Anchor Motel
2 stars
Good (7.9, 348 reviews)
$116+

Renting a car in Toms River

Renting a car in Toms River costs $63 per day, on average, or $251 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Toms River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Toms River, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Toms River costs $63 per day, on average, or $251 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Toms River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Toms River, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.