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Keansburg
Spend a day on the boardwalk, amusement park and pier; stay overnight in nearby Hazlet or Middletown as there are no hotels in town.
Keansburg is a small Jersey Shore town with a historic boardwalk, a century‑old amusement park and waterfront trails. One full day covers the main sights; an extra night nearby adds flexibility for ferry schedules or rainy weather.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Oct–Nov (hurricane risk, cooler weather)
- Airports
- EWR · JFK
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Keansburg911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Keansburg, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyKeansburg is generally safe; most issues are minor vandalism at night – stay on well‑lit boardwalk areas after dark.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportEWR Newark Liberty International Airport (≈20 km (12 mi) north, shuttle or NJ Transit to Keansburg (≈45 min).).EWR Newark Liberty International Airport (≈12 mi (20 km) north, shuttle or NJ Transit to Keansburg (≈45 min).).
- Getting aroundWalk the boardwalk; NJ Transit bus routes stop in Keansburg; drive via NJ‑35/36; NY Waterway ferry to Belford then 5‑min car to town.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a boardwalk café$2–$3
- Museum or sight ticketFishing pier entry (seasonal)$5–$7
- Budget bedHostel or budget inn, a night, per personUS$40
- Mid-range bedNearby hotel (e.g., Holiday Inn Hazlet), a night, per roomUS$180
- High-end bedNearby hotel (e.g., Holiday Inn Hazlet), a night, per roomUS$260
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$100 · High US$150
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- EWR Newark Liberty International Airport (≈20 km (12 mi) north, shuttle or NJ Transit to Keansburg (≈45 min).) · JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport (≈50 km (31 mi) south, taxi or rideshare (~1 h).)EWR Newark Liberty International Airport (≈12 mi (20 km) north, shuttle or NJ Transit to Keansburg (≈45 min).) · JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport (≈31 mi (50 km) south, taxi or rideshare (~1 h).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
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6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Mar
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11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Avoid
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Oct–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest May (9 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Keansburg: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
Feb
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
6 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
8 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the boardwalk; NJ Transit bus routes stop in Keansburg; drive via NJ‑35/36; NY Waterway ferry to Belford then 5‑min car to town.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: ≈30 min total
NJ Transit bus or drive via NJ‑35, about 15 min
Main street shops, dining and waterfront.
Asbury Park
goDoor to door: ≈40 min total
NJ Transit train to Asbury Park, about 20 min
Boardwalk, music venues, beach.
Ocean Grove
goDoor to door: ≈25 min total
Drive via NJ‑35, about 10 min
Historic Victorian seaside community.
Manasquan
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Drive or NJ Transit bus, about 12 min
Surf spot and small‑town boardwalk.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Holiday Inn Hazlet
Convenient drive (≈5 min) from Keansburg boardwalk.
The Hub Middletown (Best Western Signature)
Located on NJ‑35, 10 min by car.
Blue Bay Inn, Atlantic Highlands
Budget option, 12 min drive.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–$80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–$120 excl. bed
- High
- $120+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Nearby hotel (e.g., Holiday Inn Hazlet)1 × 1 night × US$180 | US$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| NJ Transit bus fare (round‑trip)2 × US$5 · check | US$10 |
| NY Waterway ferry (NYC → Belford, round‑trip)2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × US$10 · check | US$20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$44 |
| Trip total≈ US$242 per person per day, bed included | US$484 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a boardwalk café | $2–$3 |
| Slice of pizza | $3–$5 |
| Fishing pier entry (seasonal) | $5–$7 |
| Amusement park ride ticket | $4–$8 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Crime is mostly youth‑related vandalism; avoid wandering the boardwalk after dark.
- Hurricane‑season storms can close the pier; check local alerts.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- NJ Transit bus Keansburg ↔︎ NYC (via train to Matawan): about $5 each way (check)
- NY Waterway ferry NYC ↔︎ Belford: about $15 each way (check)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Keansburg. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Oct–Nov (hurricane risk, cooler weather) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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