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 19 miles from Edison. The shortest domestic flight to Edison departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Edison. The train journey from Edison to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $10 for a 1h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Edison is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 28 miles from Edison. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Edison, including Megabus, Bus and United Airlines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Edison takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 275 miles.

Plane

Although Edison doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 19 miles from Edison. The shortest domestic flight to Edison departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 57m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Edison. The train journey from Edison to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $10 for a 1h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Edison is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 28 miles from Edison. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Edison, including Megabus, Bus and United Airlines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Edison takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 275 miles.

Airports near Edison

Airlines serving Edison

Lufthansa
Good (4,636 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,299 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,554 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,756 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Edison

Most booked hotels in Edison

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Edison-South Plainfield
2 stars
Excellent (8, 527 reviews)
$155+
Crowne Plaza Edison
3 stars
Excellent (8, 510 reviews)
$134+
Hilton Garden Inn Edison/Raritan Center
3 stars
Good (7.9, 814 reviews)
$145+
Watt Hotel Rahway, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Good (7.8, 254 reviews)
$168+
Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.7, 424 reviews)
$130+
APA Hotel Woodbridge
4 stars
Good (7.5, 864 reviews)
$105+

Renting a car in Edison

Renting a car in Edison costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Edison is Luxury (Acura MDX 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, 74% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Edison costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Edison is Luxury (Acura MDX 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, 74% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.