Branford travel guide
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You're Going to Love Branford
With a population of 29,438, Branford is a must-see destination in Connecticut, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Branford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Branford
If you’re looking for affordable options, HOME (1114 Main St) and Thimble Island Brewing Company (16 Business Park Dr) are great picks.
When to visit Branford
How to Get to Branford
Plane
When flying to Branford, you’ll arrive at Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Branford departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Branford, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Branford to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 50m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Branford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 71 miles from Branford. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Branford, including Megabus, Greyhound and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Branford takes 105 miles and will cost you around $6. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.
Airlines serving Branford
Where to stay in popular areas of Branford
Most booked hotels in Branford
Renting a car in Branford
Renting a car in Branford costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 60% cheaper than airport locations in Branford.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Branford (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 Branford is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.