Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Fullerton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fullerton

With a population of 135,161, Fullerton is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fullerton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Fullerton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Summit House - Fullerton (2000 E Bastanchury Road) and Les Amis Restaurant (128 W Wilshire Ave, Ste C) are great picks.

When to visit Fullerton

Fullerton in November
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fullerton in November
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Fullerton

Plane

When flying to Fullerton, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fullerton include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fullerton departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Air Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Fullerton, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Fullerton to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Zurich, expect to pay about $1,813 for a 12h 20m trip. The train station in Fullerton is called Fullerton, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fullerton is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 26 miles from Fullerton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Fullerton, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fullerton include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fullerton departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

Air Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Fullerton, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Fullerton to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Zurich, expect to pay about $1,813 for a 12h 20m trip. The train station in Fullerton is called Fullerton, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fullerton is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 26 miles from Fullerton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Fullerton

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Fullerton

Lufthansa
Good (7,985 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,513 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,964 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,457 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,356 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,214 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (916 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,771 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,012 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,249 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,435 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,324 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fullerton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fullerton and Travelodge by Wyndham Fullerton Near Anaheim. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Fullerton, with prices from $65 to $748 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fullerton are about 198% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Fullerton by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Fullerton

Most booked hotels in Fullerton

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Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1914 reviews)
$184+
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Hyatt Regency Irvine
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 696 reviews)
$205+
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Holiday Inn Express Fullerton - Anaheim By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 597 reviews)
$132+
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StaysPro - Cityscape Luxury Rental Homes in the Heart of Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 625 reviews)
$171+
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Fullerton Marriott at California State University
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 561 reviews)
$149+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fullerton
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2114 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Fullerton

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $42 per day, on average, or $168 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Fullerton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fullerton costs $42 per day, on average, or $168 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Fullerton.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Fullerton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fullerton, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fullerton

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$29/day

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