Hackensack travel guide

Hackensack Tourism | Hackensack Guide

You're Going to Love Hackensack

With a population of 43,010, Hackensack 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 Hackensack has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hackensack

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maggiano's - Hackensack (70 Riverside Square) and Stony Hill Inn - NJ (231 Polifly Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Hackensack

Hackensack in February
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hackensack in February
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hackensack

Plane

When flying to Hackensack, you’ll arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hackensack departs from Charlotte and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hackensack. The train journey from Hackensack to Philadelphia takes 1h 11m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $10 for a 1h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hackensack is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 15 km from Hackensack. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hackensack, including Megabus, Bus and OurBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hackensack takes 185 km and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

When flying to Hackensack, you’ll arrive at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hackensack departs from Charlotte and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hackensack. The train journey from Hackensack to Philadelphia takes 1h 11m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $10 for a 1h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hackensack is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 15 km from Hackensack. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hackensack, including Megabus, Bus and OurBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hackensack takes 185 km and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Hackensack

Airlines serving Hackensack

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,510 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,610 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,304 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,565 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (479 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,943 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,815 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (828 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hackensack

Most booked hotels in Hackensack

Hilton Garden Inn Ridgefield Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 842 reviews)
$155+
Hampton Inn Newark Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 4789 reviews)
$182+
Hampton Inn & Suites Newark Airport Elizabeth
3 stars
Good (7.1, 2457 reviews)
$168+
Crowne Plaza Newark Airport
3 stars
Good (7, 2274 reviews)
$131+
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
4 stars
Good (6.6, 1480 reviews)
$151+
Rodeway Inn Capri
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 635 reviews)
$94+

Renting a car in Hackensack

Renting a car in Hackensack costs $62 per day, on average, or $186 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Hackensack (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Hackensack is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hackensack costs $62 per day, on average, or $186 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Hackensack (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Hackensack is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.