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

Longmont travel guide

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You're Going to Love Longmont

With a population of 86.270, Longmont is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Longmont has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Longmont

Flightseeing Air Tour
Tours•Sightseeing

Where to Eat in Longmont

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sugarbeet (101 Pratt Street) and Caprese Trattoria (1067 S Hover St) are great picks.

When to visit Longmont

Longmont in December
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Longmont in December
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Longmont in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Longmont, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Longmont

Plane

Although Longmont doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Loveland Northern Colorado (FNL), which is located 33 km from Longmont. Loveland Northern Colorado is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Southwest, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Longmont departs from Ontario and takes around 2h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Longmont. The train journey from Longmont to Omaha takes 9h 31m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Salt Lake City, expect to pay about $57 for a 15h 07m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Longmont is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 49 km from Longmont. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Longmont, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Laramie, the bus ride to Longmont takes 282 km and will cost you around $57. From Amarillo, the ticket costs about $134 for a journey of 877 km.

Plane

Although Longmont doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Loveland Northern Colorado (FNL), which is located 33 km from Longmont. Loveland Northern Colorado is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Southwest, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Longmont departs from Ontario and takes around 2h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Longmont. The train journey from Longmont to Omaha takes 9h 31m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Salt Lake City, expect to pay about $57 for a 15h 07m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Longmont is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 49 km from Longmont. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Longmont, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Laramie, the bus ride to Longmont takes 282 km and will cost you around $57. From Amarillo, the ticket costs about $134 for a journey of 877 km.

Airports near Longmont

FNLLoveland Northern Colorado
DENDenver Intl
CYSCheyenne

Airlines serving Longmont

KLM
Good (1,423 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,541 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,065 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,797 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,035 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,057 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,423 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,499 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,481 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,589 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,072 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,373 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (902 reviews)
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Where to stay in Longmont

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Boulder Longmont and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Longmont - Boulder Area By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Longmont

Most booked hotels in Longmont

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Niwot Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 105 reviews)
$180+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Longmont
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 332 reviews)
$69+
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Candlewood Suites Longmont - Boulder Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 248 reviews)
$70+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Longmont - Boulder Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 320 reviews)
$71+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Longmont/Twin Peaks
2 stars
Good (7.7, 679 reviews)
$54+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Longmont
2 stars
Good (6.9, 340 reviews)
$51+
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Renting a car in Longmont

Renting a car in Longmont costs $47 per day, on average, or $187 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Longmont (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 Longmont is Full-size (Jeep Grand Cherokee L or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Longmont costs $47 per day, on average, or $187 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Longmont (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 Longmont is Full-size (Jeep Grand Cherokee L or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Longmont

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

Intermediate SUV
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