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

Jackson travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jackson

Jackson is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jackson has to offer.

Where to Eat in Jackson

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Edge Restaurant & Bar (109 N County Line Rd) and Solo Bella (426 Chandler Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Jackson

Jackson in February
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jackson in February
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Jackson

Plane

Although Jackson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Trenton-Mercer (TTN), which is located 27 miles from Jackson. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jackson departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Jackson, followed by Acela. The train journey from Jackson 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 Jackson is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 50 miles from Jackson. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

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

Plane

Although Jackson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Trenton-Mercer (TTN), which is located 27 miles from Jackson. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jackson departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Jackson, followed by Acela. The train journey from Jackson 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 Jackson is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 50 miles from Jackson. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

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

Airports near Jackson

PHLPhiladelphia
TTNTrenton-Mercer

Airlines serving Jackson

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 Jackson

Most booked hotels in Jackson

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Days Hotel Toms River Jersey Shore
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1185 reviews)
$129+
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Hilton Garden Inn Lakewood
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 227 reviews)
$260+
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Clarion Hotel & Conference Center
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 334 reviews)
$174+
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Radisson Hotel Freehold, NJ
3 stars
Good (7.9, 757 reviews)
$146+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Toms River
2 stars
Okay (5.7, 1157 reviews)
$106+
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Days Inn By Wyndham Wrightstown Mcguire Afb/Bordentown
3 stars
Okay (4.8, 376 reviews)
$81+
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Renting a car in Jackson

Renting a car in Jackson costs $63 per day, on average, or $251 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Jackson (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 Jackson is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jackson costs $63 per day, on average, or $251 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Jackson (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 Jackson is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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