Murrieta travel guide

Murrieta Tourism | Murrieta Guide

You're Going to Love Murrieta

With a population of 103,466, Murrieta is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Murrieta has to offer.

Where to Eat in Murrieta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nonno's Ristorante (40711 Murrieta Hot Springs Road) and Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante (24630 Washington Ave, Ste 100) are great picks.

When to visit Murrieta

Murrieta in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel
Murrieta in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Murrieta

Plane

Although Murrieta doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 39 miles from Murrieta. 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 Murrieta departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Murrieta. The train journey from Murrieta to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Woodland Hills, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Murrieta is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 72 miles from Murrieta. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Murrieta, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Murrieta takes 40 miles and will cost you around $12. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 120 miles.

Plane

Although Murrieta doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 39 miles from Murrieta. 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 Murrieta departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Murrieta. The train journey from Murrieta to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Woodland Hills, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Murrieta is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 72 miles from Murrieta. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Murrieta, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Murrieta takes 40 miles and will cost you around $12. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 120 miles.

Airlines serving Murrieta

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (853 reviews)
SWISS
Good (941 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,530 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (985 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (485 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,849 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (870 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,174 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in popular areas of Murrieta

Most booked hotels in Murrieta

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murrieta, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 480 reviews)
$106+
Hampton Inn & Suites Murrieta Temecula
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 194 reviews)
$138+
Courtyard by Marriott Temecula Murrieta
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 234 reviews)
$110+
Comfort Inn and Suites Murrieta Temecula Wine Country
3 stars
Good (7.9, 450 reviews)
$105+
Residence Inn by Marriott Temecula Murrieta
3 stars
Good (7.6, 29 reviews)
$131+

Renting a car in Murrieta

Renting a car in Murrieta costs $60 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Murrieta (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 Murrieta is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Murrieta costs $60 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Murrieta (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 Murrieta is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.