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What to do
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When to visit
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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 3 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, The Passenger (300 Main Street) and Gondolier Italian Eatery-Longmont (1217 S. Main Street) are great picks.

When to visit Longmont

Longmont in December
Estimated hotel price
$78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Longmont in December
Estimated hotel price
$78
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 20 miles from Longmont. Loveland Northern Colorado is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Delta, Etihad Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Longmont departs from Minneapolis and takes around 2h 04m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Longmont. The train journey from Longmont to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $108 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $113 for a 8h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Longmont is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 30 miles 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, Bus and FlixBus. From Gunnison, the bus ride to Longmont takes 285 miles and will cost you around $88. From Amarillo, the ticket costs about $138 for a journey of 545 miles.

Plane

Although Longmont doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Loveland Northern Colorado (FNL), which is located 20 miles from Longmont. Loveland Northern Colorado is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Delta, Etihad Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Longmont departs from Minneapolis and takes around 2h 04m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Longmont. The train journey from Longmont to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $108 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $113 for a 8h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Longmont is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 30 miles 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, Bus and FlixBus. From Gunnison, the bus ride to Longmont takes 285 miles and will cost you around $88. From Amarillo, the ticket costs about $138 for a journey of 545 miles.

Airports near Longmont

FNLLoveland Northern Colorado
DENDenver Intl
CYSCheyenne

Airlines serving Longmont

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,447 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 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 Hampton Inn Longmont.

Where to stay in popular areas of Longmont

Most booked hotels in Longmont

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Niwot Inn & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 98 reviews)
$201+
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Hilton Garden Inn Longmont
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 187 reviews)
$138+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Longmont
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 309 reviews)
$101+
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Longmont, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 289 reviews)
$108+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Longmont/Twin Peaks
2 stars
Good (7.6, 648 reviews)
$60+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Longmont
2 stars
Good (6.2, 320 reviews)
$48+
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Renting a car in Longmont

Renting a car in Longmont costs $59 per day, on average, or $178 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% 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 Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Longmont costs $59 per day, on average, or $178 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% 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 Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Longmont

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

Intermediate

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$36/day

Intermediate SUV
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