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 most popular train carrier serving Hackensack, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Hackensack to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $5 for a 1h 28m 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 Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hackensack, including Megabus, Bus and United Airlines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hackensack takes 185 km and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 435 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 most popular train carrier serving Hackensack, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Hackensack to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $5 for a 1h 28m 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 Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hackensack, including Megabus, Bus and United Airlines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hackensack takes 185 km and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Hackensack

Airlines serving Hackensack

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,296 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,555 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,934 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,758 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 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 Hackensack

Most booked hotels in Hackensack

Hilton Garden Inn Ridgefield Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 841 reviews)
$152+
Hampton Inn Newark Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 4756 reviews)
$184+
Hampton Inn & Suites Newark Airport Elizabeth
3 stars
Good (7.1, 2461 reviews)
$166+
Crowne Plaza Newark Airport
3 stars
Good (7, 2286 reviews)
$130+
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
4 stars
Good (6.6, 1497 reviews)
$151+
Rodeway Inn Capri
2 stars
Okay (5.7, 633 reviews)
$94+

Renting a car in Hackensack

Renting a car in Hackensack costs $57 per day, on average, or $170 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Hackensack is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hackensack costs $57 per day, on average, or $170 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Hackensack is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.