Avalon travel guide
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You're Going to Love Avalon
With a population of 1,283, Avalon is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Avalon deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Avalon
If you’re looking for affordable options, Summer Salt (2800 Boardwalk) and Fuze Italian - 21st Street (2109 Dune Drive) are great picks.
When to visit Avalon
How to Get to Avalon
Plane
Although Avalon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 26 miles from Avalon. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Avalon departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 33m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Avalon. The train journey from Avalon to Newark takes 1h 02m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $21 for a 1h 05m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Avalon is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 121 miles from Avalon. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Avalon, including Megabus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Allentown, the bus ride to Avalon takes 85 miles and will cost you around $40. From Silver Spring, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 170 miles.
Airlines serving Avalon
Where to stay in popular areas of Avalon
Most booked hotels in Avalon
Renting a car in Avalon
Renting a car in Avalon costs $101 per day, on average, or $202 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Philadelphia.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Avalon (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 Avalon is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.