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, Branch Cantina (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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

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 Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Long Branch, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Long Branch takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. 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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

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 Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Long Branch, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Long Branch takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. 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 (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 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, 312 reviews)
$338+
Sheraton Eatontown Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 118 reviews)
$216+
The Asbury Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 796 reviews)
$289+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Long Branch - Eatontown
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 559 reviews)
$126+
Wave Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 536 reviews)
$499+
Molly Pitcher Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 445 reviews)
$229+

Renting a car in Long Branch

Renting a car in Long Branch costs $66 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Long Branch costs $66 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.