Brandon travel guide
Brandon Tourism | Brandon Guide
You're Going to Love Brandon
With a population of 103,483, Brandon is a must-see destination in Florida, United States.
Where to Eat in Brandon
If you’re looking for affordable options, Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - Brandon (2210 W Brandon Blvd) and Black Rock Bar & Grill - Brandon - PRIORITY SEATING (804 Providence Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Brandon
How to Get to Brandon
Plane
Although Brandon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tampa Airport (TPA), which is located 25 km from Brandon. The shortest flight to Brandon from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 51h 31m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Brandon. The train journey from Brandon to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around RM 57 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about RM 53 for a 2h 45m trip.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Brandon, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Busbud. From Fort Myers, the bus ride to Brandon takes 201 km and will cost you around RM 239. From Naples, the ticket costs about RM 119 for a journey of 274 km.
Airlines serving Brandon
Where to stay in Brandon
Average rates range from around RM 1,217 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 340 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Brandon Regency Park and Brandon Motor Lodge.
Where to stay in popular areas of Brandon
Hiring a car in Brandon
Expect to pay RM 4.93 per litre in Brandon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 59.05 and RM 78.73. The most frequently booked car type in Brandon is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.