Milford travel guide
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You're Going to Love Milford
With a population of 51,271, Milford is a must-see destination in Connecticut, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Milford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Milford
If you’re looking for affordable options, Seasons at Jeffrey's (501 New Haven Ave) and Buffalo Wild Wings - Milford (1201 Boston Post Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Milford
How to Get to Milford
Plane
When flying to Milford, you’ll arrive at Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Milford departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 07m.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Milford, followed by Acela. The train journey from Milford 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 Milford is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 58 miles from Milford. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Milford, including Megabus, Bus and Greyhound. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Milford takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 220 miles.
Airlines serving Milford
Where to stay in Milford
Average rates range from around $152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $376 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Milford and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Milford.
Where to stay in popular areas of Milford
Most booked hotels in Milford
Renting a car in Milford
Renting a car in Milford costs $66 per day, on average, or $131 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Milford (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 Milford is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Niro or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.