Edison travel guide

Edison Tourism | Edison Guide

You're Going to Love Edison

With a population of 102’548, Edison is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Edison deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Edison

If you’re looking for affordable options, Moghul Restaurant (1655-195 Oak Tree Rd.) and Ming (1655-185 Oak Tree Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Edison

Edison in March
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Edison in March
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Edison

Plane

Although Edison doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 31 km from Edison. The shortest domestic flight to Edison departs from Boston and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Edison, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Edison to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Edison is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 45 km from Edison. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Edison, including Megabus, OurBus and Greyhound. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Edison takes 145 km and will cost you around $11. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 354 km.

Plane

Although Edison doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 31 km from Edison. The shortest domestic flight to Edison departs from Boston and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Edison, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Edison to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Edison is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 45 km from Edison. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Edison, including Megabus, OurBus and Greyhound. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Edison takes 145 km and will cost you around $11. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 354 km.

Airports near Edison

Airlines serving Edison

Lufthansa
Good (4,673 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (487 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,010 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (810 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (838 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Edison

Most booked hotels in Edison

Crowne Plaza Edison
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 507 reviews)
$144+
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Edison-South Plainfield
2 stars
Excellent (8, 512 reviews)
$145+
Hilton Garden Inn Edison/Raritan Center
3 stars
Good (7.9, 791 reviews)
$145+
Watt Hotel Rahway, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Good (7.8, 259 reviews)
$173+
Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.7, 428 reviews)
$128+
Comfort Inn Edison - New Brunswick
2 stars
Good (7.6, 392 reviews)
$113+

Renting a car in Edison

Renting a car in Edison costs $76 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Edison (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 Edison is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Honda Odyssey or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Edison costs $76 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Edison (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 Edison is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Honda Odyssey or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.