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

Moncton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Moncton

With a population of 87,467, Moncton is a must-see destination in New Brunswick, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Moncton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Moncton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Montana's BBQ & Bar - Moncton (225 Mapleton Rd) and Kelseys Original Roadhouse - Moncton (141 Trinity Dr, Unit 9) are great picks.

When to visit Moncton

Moncton in January
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Moncton in January
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Moncton in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Moncton, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Moncton

Plane

When flying to Moncton, you’ll arrive at Moncton Intl (YQM), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Moncton from the United States departs from New York and takes around 3h 58m.

Train

The train station in Moncton is called Moncton, and is located 0.9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Moncton is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 116 miles from Moncton. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Hertz, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

Moncton’s bus station is located 13 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Moncton, you’ll arrive at Moncton Intl (YQM), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Moncton from the United States departs from New York and takes around 3h 58m.

Train

The train station in Moncton is called Moncton, and is located 0.9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Moncton is to pick up a car rental from Halifax, which is about 116 miles from Moncton. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Hertz, among others, in Halifax.

Bus

Moncton’s bus station is located 13 miles from the city center.

Airports near Moncton

YQMMoncton Intl
YYGCharlottetown
YFCFredericton

Airlines serving Moncton

Lufthansa
Good (7,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,079 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,430 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,065 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,502 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (373 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (480 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,047 reviews)
Porter Airlines
Excellent (395 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,193 reviews)
Flair Airlines
Good (255 reviews)
PAL Airlines
Good (9 reviews)
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Where to stay in Moncton

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

Most popular hotel in Moncton by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Moncton

Most booked hotels in Moncton

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Wingate by Wyndham Dieppe Moncton
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1255 reviews)
$101+
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Hôtel Shediac
2 stars
Excellent (9, 607 reviews)
$134+
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Crowne Plaza Moncton Downtown By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 656 reviews)
$99+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dieppe Airport By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 584 reviews)
$94+
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Rodd Moncton
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1697 reviews)
$87+
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Hotel Casino New Nouveau Brunswick
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 610 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Moncton

Renting a car in Moncton costs $44 per day, on average, or $87 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Moncton is the Budget branch at 777 Aviation Avenue, which is 5 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Moncton.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Moncton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Moncton is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Subaru Legacy or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Moncton costs $44 per day, on average, or $87 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Moncton is the Budget branch at 777 Aviation Avenue, which is 5 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Moncton.

Expect to pay $4.35 per gallon in Moncton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Moncton is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Subaru Legacy or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Moncton

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$16/day

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

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