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Buellton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Buellton

With a population of 4,828, Buellton is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Buellton to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Buellton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bottlest Winery, Bar & Bistro (35 Industrial) and Brick Barn Wine Estate (795 W Hwy 246, Buellton, CA) are great picks.

When to visit Buellton

Buellton in January
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Buellton in January
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Buellton

Plane

Although Buellton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 24 miles from Buellton. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Buellton departs from Portland and takes around 2h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Buellton is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 114 miles from Buellton. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Buellton’s bus station is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Buellton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Barbara (SBA), which is located 24 miles from Buellton. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Buellton departs from Portland and takes around 2h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Buellton is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 114 miles from Buellton. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Buellton’s bus station is located 0.4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Buellton

SBPSan Luis Obispo County
SBASanta Barbara
BFLBakersfield Meadows Field

Airlines serving Buellton

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,406 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,294 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Buellton

Most booked hotels in Buellton

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Hotel Corque
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 2528 reviews)
$233+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Buellton/Santa Ynez Valley
2 stars
Excellent (9, 485 reviews)
$184+
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King Frederik Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2332 reviews)
$132+
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Flying Flags RV Resort & Campground
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 878 reviews)
$115+
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Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2255 reviews)
$119+
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Vinland Hotel and Lounge
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1016 reviews)
$157+
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Renting a car in Buellton

Renting a car in Buellton costs $26 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 154% cheaper than airport locations in Buellton.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Buellton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Toyota Tundra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Buellton, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Buellton costs $26 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 154% cheaper than airport locations in Buellton.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Buellton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Toyota Tundra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Buellton, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

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