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

Montclair travel guide

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You're Going to Love Montclair

With a population of 39,701, Montclair 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 Montclair has to offer.

Where to Eat in Montclair

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sapori Ristorante - Montclair (9 Park St) and Zeugma (44 S Park St) are great picks.

When to visit Montclair

Montclair in January
Estimated hotel price
$213
1 night at 3-star hotel
Montclair in January
Estimated hotel price
$213
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Montclair

Plane

When flying to Montclair, you’ll arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Montclair include United Airlines, Air Canada and Air New Zealand. The shortest domestic flight to Montclair departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Montclair, followed by Acela. The train journey from Montclair to Trenton takes 0h 53m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Montclair is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 13 miles from Montclair. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Montclair, including Greyhound, Bus and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Montclair takes 90 miles and will cost you around $33. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 145 miles.

Plane

When flying to Montclair, you’ll arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Montclair include United Airlines, Air Canada and Air New Zealand. The shortest domestic flight to Montclair departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Montclair, followed by Acela. The train journey from Montclair to Trenton takes 0h 53m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Montclair is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 13 miles from Montclair. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Montclair, including Greyhound, Bus and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Montclair takes 90 miles and will cost you around $33. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 145 miles.

Airports near Montclair

TEBTeterboro
CDWCaldwell Wright

Airlines serving Montclair

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Montclair

Most booked hotels in Montclair

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The George Montclair
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 49 reviews)
$322+
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The MC Hotel, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 136 reviews)
$188+
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 3512 reviews)
$138+
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Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8, 2583 reviews)
$173+
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Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.3, 1895 reviews)
$96+
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Crowne Plaza Newark Airport By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.2, 2329 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Montclair

Renting a car in Montclair costs $47 per day, on average, or $141 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Montclair (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Montclair is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Montclair costs $47 per day, on average, or $141 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Montclair (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Montclair is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Montclair

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$38/day

Compact

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

Economy
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