Edison travel guide

Edison Tourism | Edison Guide

You're Going to Love Edison

With a population of 102,548, Edison is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Edison deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Edison

If you’re looking for affordable options, Moghul Restaurant (1655-195 Oak Tree Rd.) and Ming (1655-185 Oak Tree Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Edison

Edison in March
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Edison in March
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Edison

Plane

Although Edison doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 19 miles from Edison. The shortest domestic flight to Edison departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Edison, followed by Acela. The train journey from Edison to Philadelphia takes 1h 05m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Edison is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 28 miles from Edison. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Edison, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Edison takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 220 miles.

Plane

Although Edison doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Morristown (MMU), which is located 19 miles from Edison. The shortest domestic flight to Edison departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Edison, followed by Acela. The train journey from Edison to Philadelphia takes 1h 05m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Edison is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 28 miles from Edison. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Edison, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Edison takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 220 miles.

Airports near Edison

Airlines serving Edison

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Edison

Most booked hotels in Edison

Crowne Plaza Edison
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 509 reviews)
$135+
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Edison-South Plainfield
2 stars
Excellent (8, 520 reviews)
$140+
Hilton Garden Inn Edison/Raritan Center
3 stars
Good (7.9, 798 reviews)
$147+
Watt Hotel Rahway, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Good (7.9, 257 reviews)
$171+
Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Good (7.7, 425 reviews)
$132+
Comfort Inn Edison - New Brunswick
2 stars
Good (7.6, 389 reviews)
$115+

Renting a car in Edison

Renting a car in Edison costs $75 per day, on average, or $150 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Edison (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Edison is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Honda Odyssey or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Edison costs $75 per day, on average, or $150 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Edison (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Edison is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Honda Odyssey or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.