Valley Center travel guide

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With a population of 9.277, Valley Center is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Valley Center to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Valley Center

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hell's Kitchen - Harrah's Resort Southern California (777 Harrahs Rincon Way) and Black and Blue Steakhouse and Lounge - Valley View Casino (16300 Nyemii Pass Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Valley Center

Valley Center in February
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valley Center in February
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Valley Center in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 95 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Valley Center, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Valley Center

Plane

Although Valley Center doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 56 km from Valley Center. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Valley Center departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Valley Center. The train journey from Valley Center to Burbank takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Valley Center is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 151 km from Valley Center. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Valley Center, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Ontario, the bus ride to Valley Center takes 64 km and will cost you around $24. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 193 km.

Plane

Although Valley Center doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 56 km from Valley Center. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Valley Center departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Valley Center. The train journey from Valley Center to Burbank takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Valley Center is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 151 km from Valley Center. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Valley Center, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Ontario, the bus ride to Valley Center takes 64 km and will cost you around $24. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 193 km.

Airports near Valley Center

Airlines serving Valley Center

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Valley Center

Most booked hotels in Valley Center

Harrah's Resort Southern California
3 stars
Good (7.4, 6 reviews)
$158+

Renting a car in Valley Center

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Valley Center (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. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Valley Center, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Valley Center (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. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Valley Center, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.