Branford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Branford

With a population of 29,438, Branford is a must-see destination in Connecticut, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Branford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Branford

If you’re looking for affordable options, HOME (1114 Main St) and Thimble Island Brewing Company (16 Business Park Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Branford

Branford in December
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Branford in December
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Branford

Plane

When flying to Branford, you’ll arrive at Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Branford departs from Charlotte and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Branford. The train journey from Branford to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Branford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 71 miles from Branford. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Branford, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Branford takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 200 miles.

Plane

When flying to Branford, you’ll arrive at Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Branford departs from Charlotte and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Branford. The train journey from Branford to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Branford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 71 miles from Branford. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Branford, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Branford takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 200 miles.

Airlines serving Branford

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,711 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Branford

Most booked hotels in Branford

Graduate New Haven
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 869 reviews)
$185+
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 533 reviews)
$165+
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 400 reviews)
$143+
New Haven Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1201 reviews)
$190+
American Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 222 reviews)
$99+
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
4 stars
Good (7.7, 423 reviews)
$174+

Renting a car in Branford

Renting a car in Branford costs $49 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 62% cheaper than airport locations in Branford.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Branford (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 Branford is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Branford costs $49 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 62% cheaper than airport locations in Branford.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Branford (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 Branford is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.