Long Branch travel guide

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You're Going to Love Long Branch

With a population of 30,719, Long Branch is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Long Branch to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Long Branch

Where to Eat in Long Branch

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bar (110 Ocean Ave Long Branch) and Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant (100 Ocean Ave. North) are great picks.

When to visit Long Branch

Long Branch in February
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Long Branch in February
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Long Branch

Plane

Although Long Branch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York Skyports SPB (NYS), which is located 30 miles from Long Branch. The shortest domestic flight to Long Branch departs from Boston and takes around 1h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Long Branch.

Car

Another option to get to Long Branch is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 31 miles from Long Branch. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Long Branch, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Long Branch takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Plane

Although Long Branch doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York Skyports SPB (NYS), which is located 30 miles from Long Branch. The shortest domestic flight to Long Branch departs from Boston and takes around 1h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Long Branch.

Car

Another option to get to Long Branch is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 31 miles from Long Branch. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Long Branch, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Long Branch takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airports near Long Branch

Airlines serving Long Branch

Lufthansa
Good (4,684 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (948 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,256 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,988 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (811 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (930 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (836 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Long Branch

Most booked hotels in Long Branch

Bungalow Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 302 reviews)
$412+
Sheraton Eatontown Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 114 reviews)
$249+
The Asbury Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 789 reviews)
$343+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Long Branch - Eatontown
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 562 reviews)
$153+
Wave Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 516 reviews)
$589+
Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 441 reviews)
$221+

Renting a car in Long Branch

Renting a car in Long Branch costs $64 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Long Branch (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Long Branch is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Long Branch costs $64 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Long Branch (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Long Branch is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.