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

New Brunswick travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Brunswick

With a population of 55 181, New Brunswick 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything New Brunswick has to offer.

Where to Eat in New Brunswick

If you’re looking for affordable options, Salt Seafood & Oyster Bar (103 Church Street) and Steakhouse 85 (85 Church Street) are great picks.

When to visit New Brunswick

New Brunswick in December
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Brunswick in December
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to New Brunswick in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in New Brunswick, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to New Brunswick

Plane

Although New Brunswick doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 35 km from New Brunswick. The shortest domestic flight to New Brunswick departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Brunswick, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Brunswick to Philadelphia takes 1h 25m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 45m trip. The train station in New Brunswick is called New Brunswick, and is located 1.2 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to New Brunswick is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 49 km from New Brunswick. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Brunswick, including Bus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to New Brunswick takes 145 km and will cost you around $34. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 145 km.

Plane

Although New Brunswick doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 35 km from New Brunswick. The shortest domestic flight to New Brunswick departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Brunswick, followed by Acela. The train journey from New Brunswick to Philadelphia takes 1h 25m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 45m trip. The train station in New Brunswick is called New Brunswick, and is located 1.2 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to New Brunswick is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 49 km from New Brunswick. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Brunswick, including Bus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to New Brunswick takes 145 km and will cost you around $34. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 145 km.

Airports near New Brunswick

MMUMorristown
TTNTrenton-Mercer

Airlines serving New Brunswick

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,635 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,005 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,053 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,507 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,607 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,477 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,149 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Brunswick

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Rutgers University Inn And Conference Center and Red Carpet Inn - New Brunswick.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Brunswick

Most booked hotels in New Brunswick

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Edison Woodbridge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 223 reviews)
$114+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton New Brunswick
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 345 reviews)
$123+
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Rutgers University Inn And Conference Center
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 397 reviews)
$119+
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Hampton Inn North Brunswick/New Brunswick
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 459 reviews)
$109+
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Crowne Plaza Edison By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 899 reviews)
$90+
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Hyatt Regency New Brunswick
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 814 reviews)
$133+
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Renting a car in New Brunswick

Renting a car in New Brunswick costs $60 per day, on average, or $240 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in New Brunswick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in New Brunswick is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Nissan Altima or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in New Brunswick costs $60 per day, on average, or $240 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in New Brunswick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in New Brunswick is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Nissan Altima or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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