Avalon travel guide

Avalon Tourism | Avalon Guide

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, La Vecchia Fontana (700 First Ave) and Summer Salt (2800 Boardwalk) are great picks.

When to visit Avalon

Avalon in March
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel
Avalon in March
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Avalon

Plane

Although Avalon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 41 km 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 32m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Avalon. The train journey from Avalon to New York takes 0h 53m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $6 for a 1h 08m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Avalon is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 194 km 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, Bus and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Avalon takes 145 km and will cost you around $14. From Silver Spring, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 274 km.

Plane

Although Avalon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 41 km 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 32m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Avalon. The train journey from Avalon to New York takes 0h 53m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $6 for a 1h 08m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Avalon is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 194 km 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, Bus and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Avalon takes 145 km and will cost you around $14. From Silver Spring, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 274 km.

Airports near Avalon

Airlines serving Avalon

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,264 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,106 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,970 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,968 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (411 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,723 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (522 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Avalon

Most booked hotels in Avalon

Icona Avalon
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 126 reviews)
$348+
Beachcomber Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9, 66 reviews)
$215+
Desert Sand Resort
2 stars
Good (7.4, 5 reviews)
$239+
White Caps Motel
2 stars
Good (7.1, 386 reviews)
$120+
The Reeds at Shelter Haven
4 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$386+
Hyland Motor Inn
2 stars
Good (6.8, 504 reviews)
$130+

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.

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.