Asbury Park travel guide

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You're Going to Love Asbury Park

With a population of 16,116, Asbury Park is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Asbury Park to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Asbury Park

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pascal and Sabine (601 Bangs Ave) and Langosta Lounge (1000 Ocean Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Asbury Park

Asbury Park in February
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel
Asbury Park in February
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Asbury Park in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 4.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Asbury Park, with an average rainfall of 3.5″.

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How to Get to Asbury Park

Plane

Although Asbury Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York Skyports SPB (NYS), which is located 57 km from Asbury Park. The shortest domestic flight to Asbury Park departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Asbury Park, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Asbury Park to New Brunswick takes 0h 50m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $17 for a 0h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Asbury Park is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 60 km from Asbury Park. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Asbury Park, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Asbury Park takes 169 km and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

Although Asbury Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New York Skyports SPB (NYS), which is located 57 km from Asbury Park. The shortest domestic flight to Asbury Park departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Asbury Park, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Asbury Park to New Brunswick takes 0h 50m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $17 for a 0h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Asbury Park is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 60 km from Asbury Park. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Asbury Park, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Asbury Park takes 169 km and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Asbury Park

Airlines serving Asbury Park

Lufthansa
Good (4,680 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,611 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,255 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,584 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,975 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,983 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (811 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (930 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,167 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Asbury Park

Most booked hotels in Asbury Park

Hampton Inn Neptune Wall
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 208 reviews)
$239+
Mayfair Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 900 reviews)
$198+
The Asbury Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 789 reviews)
$349+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Long Branch - Eatontown
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 562 reviews)
$154+
Atlantic Inn and Suites - Wall Township
2 stars
Good (7.9, 158 reviews)
$131+
Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.1, 704 reviews)
$300+

Renting a car in Asbury Park

Renting a car in Asbury Park costs $124 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Asbury Park (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 Asbury Park is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Asbury Park costs $124 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Asbury Park (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 Asbury Park is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.