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 6 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hayward in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
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 Phoenix and takes around 2h.

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 Thrifty, 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 Phoenix and takes around 2h.

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 Thrifty, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Hayward

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Hayward

KLM
Good (1,444 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,758 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,706 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,130 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,219 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,491 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,668 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,378 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,153 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,819 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, 545 reviews)
$179+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 97 reviews)
$145+
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Hampton Inn Oakland/Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 477 reviews)
$130+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 154 reviews)
$129+
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1826 reviews)
$95+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 502 reviews)
$131+
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Renting a car in Hayward

Renting a car in Hayward costs $46 per day, on average, or $275 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 24% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. 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, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hayward costs $46 per day, on average, or $275 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 24% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. 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, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Hayward

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

Compact

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$27/day

Full-size
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