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
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Longmont in December
Estimated hotel price
$77
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 Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 31 miles from Longmont. Denver Airport 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 Phoenix and takes around 1h 43m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Longmont. The train journey from Longmont to Grand Junction takes 8h 34m and costs around $98 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Omaha, expect to pay about $68 for a 9h 31m 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, FlixBus and Bus. From Salt Lake City, the bus ride to Longmont takes 620 miles and will cost you around $129. From Kansas City, the ticket costs about $210 for a journey of 685 miles.

Plane

Although Longmont doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Denver Airport (DEN), which is located 31 miles from Longmont. Denver Airport 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 Phoenix and takes around 1h 43m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Longmont. The train journey from Longmont to Grand Junction takes 8h 34m and costs around $98 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Omaha, expect to pay about $68 for a 9h 31m 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, FlixBus and Bus. From Salt Lake City, the bus ride to Longmont takes 620 miles and will cost you around $129. From Kansas City, the ticket costs about $210 for a journey of 685 miles.

Airports near Longmont

DENDenver Intl
CYSCheyenne
LARLaramie Gen. Brees Field

Airlines serving Longmont

KLM
Good (1,419 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,579 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,534 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,048 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,789 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,033 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,032 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,464 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,309 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,584 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,064 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,329 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,407 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (896 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)
$67+
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Candlewood Suites Longmont - Boulder Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 248 reviews)
$79+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Longmont - Boulder Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 320 reviews)
$81+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Longmont/Twin Peaks
2 stars
Good (7.8, 676 reviews)
$55+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Longmont
2 stars
Good (6.8, 340 reviews)
$52+
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Renting a car in Longmont

Renting a car in Longmont costs $54 per day, on average, or $215 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, 1% 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 $54 per day, on average, or $215 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, 1% 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

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

Compact

Pickup truck

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$47/day

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