Hackensack travel guide

Hackensack Tourism | Hackensack Guide

You're Going to Love Hackensack

With a population of 43,010, Hackensack is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hackensack has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hackensack

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maggiano's - Hackensack (70 Riverside Square) and Stony Hill Inn - NJ (231 Polifly Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Hackensack

Hackensack in February
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hackensack in February
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hackensack

Plane

When flying to Hackensack, you’ll arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hackensack departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hackensack. The train journey from Hackensack to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m 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 Hackensack is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 15 km from Hackensack. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hackensack, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hackensack takes 169 km and will cost you around $6. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 443 km.

Plane

When flying to Hackensack, you’ll arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hackensack departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hackensack. The train journey from Hackensack to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m 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 Hackensack is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 15 km from Hackensack. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hackensack, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hackensack takes 169 km and will cost you around $6. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 443 km.

Airports near Hackensack

Airlines serving Hackensack

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,261 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,965 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,962 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hackensack

Most booked hotels in Hackensack

Hilton Garden Inn Ridgefield Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 832 reviews)
$148+
Hampton Inn Newark Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 4964 reviews)
$159+
Hampton Inn & Suites Newark Airport Elizabeth
3 stars
Good (7.1, 2455 reviews)
$158+
Crowne Plaza Newark Airport
3 stars
Good (7, 2284 reviews)
$136+
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
4 stars
Good (6.5, 1416 reviews)
$147+
Rodeway Inn Capri
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 664 reviews)
$94+

Renting a car in Hackensack

Renting a car in Hackensack costs $62 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Hackensack (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 Hackensack is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hackensack costs $62 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Hackensack (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 Hackensack is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.