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How to get there
Where to stay
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Hayward travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hayward

With a population of 144,186, Hayward is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hayward has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hayward

If you’re looking for affordable options, PLaYT (1036 B St) and Acqua E' Farina (22622 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Hayward

Hayward in November
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hayward in November
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hayward

Plane

When flying to Hayward, you’ll arrive at Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hayward include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Finnair. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from Santa Ana and takes around 1h 27m.

Train

The train station in Hayward is called Hayward, and is located 1.0 mile from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hayward is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 20 miles from Hayward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Europcar, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Hayward, you’ll arrive at Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 8 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hayward include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Finnair. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from Santa Ana and takes around 1h 27m.

Train

The train station in Hayward is called Hayward, and is located 1.0 mile from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hayward is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 20 miles from Hayward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Europcar, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Hayward

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Hayward

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,588 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,366 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,914 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hayward

Most booked hotels in Hayward

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Hampton Inn Oakland/Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 473 reviews)
$131+
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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Oakland/Alameda
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 517 reviews)
$194+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 88 reviews)
$153+
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1797 reviews)
$104+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 481 reviews)
$132+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1725 reviews)
$94+
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Renting a car in Hayward

Renting a car in Hayward costs $58 per day, on average, or $231 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 8% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Hayward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Hayward is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hayward costs $58 per day, on average, or $231 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 8% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Hayward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Hayward is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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