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

Jersey City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jersey City

With a population of 247,597, Jersey City 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 Jersey City has to offer.

Where to Eat in Jersey City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hudson & Co (3 Second Street, Suite 150) and Felina Steak- Jersey City (2 Chapel Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Jersey City

Jersey City in March
Estimated package price
$486
2 travelers
Flight to Jersey City
3 nights at hotel
Jersey City in March
Estimated package price
$486
2 travelers
Flight to Jersey City
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jersey City in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °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 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jersey City, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to Jersey City

Plane

When flying to Jersey City, you’ll arrive at New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Jersey City include Virgin Atlantic, Delta and EL AL. The shortest domestic flight to Jersey City departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Jersey City, followed by Acela. The train journey from Jersey City to Philadelphia takes 1h 22m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Jersey City is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 4 miles from Jersey City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jersey City, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Jersey City takes 120 miles and will cost you around $40. From Albany, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 150 miles. Jersey City’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Jersey City, you’ll arrive at New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Jersey City include Virgin Atlantic, Delta and EL AL. The shortest domestic flight to Jersey City departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Jersey City, followed by Acela. The train journey from Jersey City to Philadelphia takes 1h 22m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Jersey City is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 4 miles from Jersey City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jersey City, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Jersey City takes 120 miles and will cost you around $40. From Albany, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 150 miles. Jersey City’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Jersey City

TEBTeterboro
CDWCaldwell Wright

Airlines serving Jersey City

KLM
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Lufthansa
Good (7,681 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,646 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,017 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,148 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,837 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,063 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,138 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,698 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,456 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,518 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,592 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,355 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,122 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,163 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,345 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
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Where to stay in Jersey City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jersey City - Holland Tunnel By IHG and Haiban Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Jersey City, with prices from $27 to $4,955 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Jersey City are about 24% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Jersey City by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Jersey City

Most booked hotels in Jersey City

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Archer Hotel New York
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2448 reviews)
$271+
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citizenM New York Bowery
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3366 reviews)
$175+
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Holland Hotel Free Parking Jersey City
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2855 reviews)
$115+
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Hotel 50 Bowery
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2554 reviews)
$172+
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Hyatt House Jersey City
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3687 reviews)
$148+
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The Westin Jersey City Newport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 648 reviews)
$257+
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Renting a car in Jersey City

Renting a car in Jersey City costs $72 per day, on average, or $217 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Jersey City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Jersey City, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Jersey City costs $72 per day, on average, or $217 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Jersey City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Jersey City, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Jersey City

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$33/day

Economy

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

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