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, Battello (502 Washington Boulevard) and The Hamilton Inn (708 Jersey Ave.) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Amelia's Bistro - New Jersey (187 Warren Street, Ste. 100) and Hudson Hound - Jersey City (8 Erie St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Jersey City.

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 American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Jersey City departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Jersey City, followed by Acela. The train journey from Jersey City 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 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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jersey City, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Jersey City takes 70 miles and will cost you around $26. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $16 for a journey of 80 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 American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Jersey City departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Jersey City, followed by Acela. The train journey from Jersey City 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 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 Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jersey City, including OurBus, CoachRun and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Jersey City takes 70 miles and will cost you around $26. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $16 for a journey of 80 miles. Jersey City’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Jersey City

TEBTeterboro
NYSNew York Skyports SPB

Airlines serving Jersey City

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 Jersey City

Average rates range from around $393 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $140 and up for a 5-star experience. 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 11% 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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Canopy by Hilton Jersey City Arts District
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 593 reviews)
$299+
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Hyatt House Jersey City
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3491 reviews)
$283+
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Pod Times Square
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 12643 reviews)
$158+
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Sonesta Simply Suites Jersey City
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2099 reviews)
$236+
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Hyatt Regency Jersey City On The Hudson
4 stars
Excellent (8, 2474 reviews)
$282+
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Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square
4 stars
Good (7.8, 7931 reviews)
$254+
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Renting a car in Jersey City

Renting a car in Jersey City costs $64 per day, on average, or $193 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Jersey City is the Hertz branch at 49 Mall Drive West, which is 1 mile from the city center.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Jersey City is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Dodge Durango or similar) are, on average, 5% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jersey City costs $64 per day, on average, or $193 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Jersey City is the Hertz branch at 49 Mall Drive West, which is 1 mile from the city center.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Jersey City is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Dodge Durango or similar) are, on average, 5% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Jersey City

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$39/day

Intermediate SUV

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$42/day

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