Santa Clarita travel guide

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You're Going to Love Santa Clarita

With a population of 176.320, Santa Clarita is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Santa Clarita deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Santa Clarita

If you’re looking for affordable options, Marston's (24011 Newhall Ranch Rd) and Buffalo Wild Wings - Canyon Country (19252 Soledad Canyon Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Santa Clarita

Santa Clarita in January
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santa Clarita in January
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Santa Clarita in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Santa Clarita, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Santa Clarita

Plane

Although Santa Clarita doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 27 km from Santa Clarita. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Santa Clarita departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Santa Clarita. The train journey from Santa Clarita to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 44m trip. The train station in Santa Clarita is called Santa Clarita Newhall, and is located 1.9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Santa Clarita is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 43 km from Santa Clarita. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santa Clarita, including Bus, Amtrak and FlixBus. From Bakersfield, the bus ride to Santa Clarita takes 201 km and will cost you around $32. From Paradise, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 386 km.

Plane

Although Santa Clarita doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 27 km from Santa Clarita. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Santa Clarita departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Santa Clarita. The train journey from Santa Clarita to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 44m trip. The train station in Santa Clarita is called Santa Clarita Newhall, and is located 1.9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Santa Clarita is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 43 km from Santa Clarita. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santa Clarita, including Bus, Amtrak and FlixBus. From Bakersfield, the bus ride to Santa Clarita takes 201 km and will cost you around $32. From Paradise, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 386 km.

Airports near Santa Clarita

Airlines serving Santa Clarita

Lufthansa
Good (4,672 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,606 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,809 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 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 Santa Clarita

Most booked hotels in Santa Clarita

Hotel Lexen - Newhall
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1380 reviews)
$138+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Valencia - Santa Clarita, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 663 reviews)
$173+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Clarita - Valencia
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1369 reviews)
$148+
Best Western Valencia/Six Flags Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1625 reviews)
$144+
Hyatt Regency Valencia
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 613 reviews)
$165+
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Clarita Valencia
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 495 reviews)
$158+

Renting a car in Santa Clarita

Renting a car in Santa Clarita costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Santa Clarita (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 Santa Clarita is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Kia Optima or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Santa Clarita costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Santa Clarita (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 Santa Clarita is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Kia Optima or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.