Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Highland travel guide

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You're Going to Love Highland

With a population of 5,647, Highland is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Highland to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Highland

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Would Restaurant (120 North Road) and Vigneto Cafe (80 Vineyard Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Highland

Highland in January
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Highland in January
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Highland

Plane

Although Highland doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 47 miles from Highland. White Plains Westchester County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Breeze Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Highland departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Highland, followed by Acela. The train journey from Highland to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Highland is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 67 miles from Highland. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Highland, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Highland takes 70 miles and will cost you around $26. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $16 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

Although Highland doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 47 miles from Highland. White Plains Westchester County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Breeze Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Highland departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Highland, followed by Acela. The train journey from Highland to Philadelphia takes 1h 01m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Highland is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 67 miles from Highland. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Highland, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Highland takes 70 miles and will cost you around $26. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $16 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Highland

HPNWhite Plains Westchester County
BDLHartford Bradley Intl

Airlines serving Highland

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Highland

Most booked hotels in Highland

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Stonegate Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 96 reviews)
$259+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Poughkeepsie
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 382 reviews)
$126+
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Hyatt Place Poughkeepsie
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 923 reviews)
$136+
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Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 345 reviews)
$128+
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Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 459 reviews)
$124+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Poughkeepsie
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 495 reviews)
$137+
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Renting a car in Highland

Renting a car in Highland costs $149 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Highland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Highland is Compact (Toyota RAV4 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, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Highland costs $149 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Highland (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Highland is Compact (Toyota RAV4 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, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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