Rancho Cordova travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rancho Cordova

With a population of 64,776, Rancho Cordova is a must-see destination in California, United States. Rancho Cordova deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Rancho Cordova

Where to Eat in Rancho Cordova

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rudy's Hideaway (12303 Folsom Boulevard) and Salt Sushi (2121 Golden Centre Ln) are great picks.

Most popular restaurants in Rancho Cordova

Seafood
Wonderful (227 reviews)
Seafood
Wonderful (227 reviews)

When to visit Rancho Cordova

Rancho Cordova in December
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rancho Cordova in December
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rancho Cordova

Plane

Although Rancho Cordova doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 17 miles from Rancho Cordova. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, ITA Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Rancho Cordova departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rancho Cordova. The train journey from Rancho Cordova to Sacramento takes 1h 41m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fresno, expect to pay about $26 for a 3h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rancho Cordova is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 82 miles from Rancho Cordova. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rancho Cordova, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Rancho Cordova takes 425 miles and will cost you around $86. From Burbank, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 440 miles.

Plane

Although Rancho Cordova doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 17 miles from Rancho Cordova. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, ITA Airways, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Rancho Cordova departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rancho Cordova. The train journey from Rancho Cordova to Sacramento takes 1h 41m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fresno, expect to pay about $26 for a 3h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rancho Cordova is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 82 miles from Rancho Cordova. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rancho Cordova, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Rancho Cordova takes 425 miles and will cost you around $86. From Burbank, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 440 miles.

Airports near Rancho Cordova

Airlines serving Rancho Cordova

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,451 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,282 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rancho Cordova

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Motel 6 Rancho Cordova, Ca - Rancho Cordova East and Hampton Inn Sacramento/Rancho Cordova.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rancho Cordova

Most booked hotels in Rancho Cordova

Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova
3 stars
Good (7.7, 415 reviews)
$139+
Holiday Inn Sacramento Rancho Cordova
3 stars
Good (7.7, 410 reviews)
$105+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rancho Cordova Sacramento
2 stars
Good (7.4, 776 reviews)
$107+
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Rancho Cordova
2 stars
Okay (5.2, 347 reviews)
$73+
California Inn & Suites Rancho Cordova - Sacramento
3 stars
Okay (5.1, 612 reviews)
$77+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rancho Cordova
2 stars
Okay (4.3, 470 reviews)
$66+

Renting a car in Rancho Cordova

Renting a car in Rancho Cordova costs $41 per day, on average, or $82 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 51% cheaper than airport locations in Rancho Cordova.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Rancho Cordova (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 Rancho Cordova is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Rancho Cordova costs $41 per day, on average, or $82 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 51% cheaper than airport locations in Rancho Cordova.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Rancho Cordova (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 Rancho Cordova is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.