Oxnard travel guide
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You're Going to Love Oxnard
With a population of 197.899, Oxnard is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Oxnard to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Oxnard
Where to Eat in Oxnard
If you’re looking for affordable options, Fresco II on the Marina (1651 S. Victoria Ave.) and Moqueca Brazilian Cuisine (3550 S. Harbor Blvd Ste. 201) are great picks.
When to visit Oxnard
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Oxnard in August, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Oxnard, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Oxnard
Plane
Although Oxnard doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 75 km from Oxnard. 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 Oxnard departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 15m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Oxnard. The train journey from Oxnard 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. The train station in Oxnard is called Oxnard, and is located 0.2 km from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Oxnard is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 81 km from Oxnard. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oxnard, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Oxnard takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From San Diego, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 193 km.
Airlines serving Oxnard
Where to stay in Oxnard
Average rates range from around $402 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $388 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Oxnard
Most booked hotels in Oxnard
Renting a car in Oxnard
Renting a car in Oxnard costs $68 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at Los Angeles.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Oxnard (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 Oxnard is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.