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

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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hayward has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hayward

If you’re looking for affordable options, Acqua E' Farina (22622 Main St) and Neumanali (742 B Street) are great picks.

When to visit Hayward

Hayward in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hayward in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
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, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 25m.

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 Movly, 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, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 25m.

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 Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Hayward

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Hayward

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,668 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,013 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,133 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,830 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,058 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,448 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,514 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,571 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (886 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,348 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,112 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,633 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,158 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,584 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hayward

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Americas Best Value Inn Hayward and Super 8 by Wyndham Hayward Downtown.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hayward

Most booked hotels in Hayward

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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Oakland/Alameda
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 544 reviews)
$165+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 150 reviews)
$108+
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1821 reviews)
$95+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1818 reviews)
$67+
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Marina Village Inn
3 stars
Good (7.6, 490 reviews)
$99+
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Americas Best Value Inn Hayward
2 stars
Good (7.4, 561 reviews)
$76+
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Renting a car in Hayward

Renting a car in Hayward costs $60 per day, on average, or $301 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Hayward is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hayward costs $60 per day, on average, or $301 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Hayward is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Hayward

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$36/day

Intermediate SUV
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