Sherman Oaks travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sherman Oaks

With a population of 52,677, Sherman Oaks is a must-see destination in California, United States. Sherman Oaks deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Sherman Oaks

If you’re looking for affordable options, Boneyard Bistro (13539 Ventura Blvd) and Pearl District - Sherman Oaks (14015 Ventura Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Sherman Oaks

Sherman Oaks in October
Estimated package price
$419
2 travelers
Flight to Sherman Oaks
3 nights at hotel
Sherman Oaks in October
Estimated package price
$419
2 travelers
Flight to Sherman Oaks
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Sherman Oaks

Plane

When flying to Sherman Oaks, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sherman Oaks include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Sherman Oaks departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sherman Oaks. The train journey from Sherman Oaks to Burbank takes 0h 29m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sherman Oaks is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 10 miles from Sherman Oaks. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sherman Oaks, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Sherman Oaks takes 90 miles and will cost you around $29. From San Diego, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 120 miles.

Plane

When flying to Sherman Oaks, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sherman Oaks include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Sherman Oaks departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sherman Oaks. The train journey from Sherman Oaks to Burbank takes 0h 29m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sherman Oaks is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 10 miles from Sherman Oaks. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sherman Oaks, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Sherman Oaks takes 90 miles and will cost you around $29. From San Diego, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 120 miles.

Airlines serving Sherman Oaks

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,264 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,106 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,971 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,967 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (816 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (928 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sherman Oaks

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Los Angeles/Sherman Oaks and The Sojourn Los Angeles - Sherman Oaks.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sherman Oaks

Most booked hotels in Sherman Oaks

Hampton Inn & Suites Los Angeles/Sherman Oaks
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 265 reviews)
$216+
Marina Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1843 reviews)
$293+
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1246 reviews)
$167+
Deluxe Inn Hawthorne
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1012 reviews)
$109+
The Sojourn Los Angeles - Sherman Oaks
2 stars
Good (7.9, 580 reviews)
$131+
Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Sherman Oaks
3 stars
Good (7.7, 126 reviews)
$257+

Renting a car in Sherman Oaks

Renting a car in Sherman Oaks costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Sherman Oaks.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sherman Oaks (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 Sherman Oaks is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sherman Oaks costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Sherman Oaks.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sherman Oaks (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 Sherman Oaks is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.