Milpitas travel guide

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You're Going to Love Milpitas

With a population of 66.790, Milpitas is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Milpitas has to offer.

Where to Eat in Milpitas

If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Angus Steakhouse - Milpitas (275 Ranch Drive) and Zahir's Bistro (579 S. Main Street) are great picks.

When to visit Milpitas

Milpitas in November
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Milpitas in November
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Milpitas in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Milpitas, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Milpitas

Plane

When flying to Milpitas, you’ll arrive at Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 8 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Milpitas include Air France, Aeromexico and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Milpitas departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Milpitas. The train journey from Milpitas to Sacramento takes 1h 41m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fresno, expect to pay about $24 for a 3h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Milpitas is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 60 km from Milpitas. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Milpitas, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Sacramento, the bus ride to Milpitas takes 89 km and will cost you around $15. From Reno, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 636 km.

Plane

When flying to Milpitas, you’ll arrive at Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 8 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Milpitas include Air France, Aeromexico and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Milpitas departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Milpitas. The train journey from Milpitas to Sacramento takes 1h 41m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fresno, expect to pay about $24 for a 3h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Milpitas is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 60 km from Milpitas. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Milpitas, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Sacramento, the bus ride to Milpitas takes 89 km and will cost you around $15. From Reno, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 636 km.

Airports near Milpitas

Airlines serving Milpitas

Lufthansa
Good (4,636 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,299 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,554 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,756 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Milpitas

Most booked hotels in Milpitas

Sonesta Silicon Valley
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1246 reviews)
$137+
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1548 reviews)
$160+
Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 834 reviews)
$167+
The Westin San Jose
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 407 reviews)
$174+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Milpitas Silicon Valley
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 484 reviews)
$163+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1018 reviews)
$130+

Renting a car in Milpitas

Renting a car in Milpitas costs $46 per day, on average, or $139 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 34% cheaper than airport locations in Milpitas.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Milpitas (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 Milpitas is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Chevrolet Impala or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Milpitas costs $46 per day, on average, or $139 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 34% cheaper than airport locations in Milpitas.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Milpitas (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 Milpitas is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Chevrolet Impala or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.