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

Lancaster travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lancaster

With a population of 156,633, Lancaster is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lancaster has to offer.

Where to Eat in Lancaster

If you’re looking for affordable options, Broken Bit Steakhouse (41955 50th St W) and Don Sal Cocina Cantina (706 W Lancaster Blvd #109) are great picks.

When to visit Lancaster

Lancaster in August
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lancaster in August
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lancaster in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 96.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 30.2 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 1.8″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Lancaster, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Lancaster

Plane

Although Lancaster doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 37 miles from Lancaster. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lancaster departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lancaster. The train journey from Lancaster to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 56m trip. The train station in Lancaster is called Lancaster, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lancaster is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 46 miles from Lancaster. You’ll find branches of Midway and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Lancaster doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 37 miles from Lancaster. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lancaster departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lancaster. The train journey from Lancaster to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 56m trip. The train station in Lancaster is called Lancaster, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Lancaster is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 46 miles from Lancaster. You’ll find branches of Midway and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Lancaster

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Lancaster

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,509 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,981 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,466 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,022 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,996 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,988 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,381 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,653 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (860 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,341 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,535 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,132 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,144 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,034 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,384 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lancaster

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Lancaster By IHG and Hampton Inn & Suites Lancaster.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lancaster

Most booked hotels in Lancaster

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Wyndham Garden Lancaster Ca
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 744 reviews)
$96+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lancaster Palmdale
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 563 reviews)
$116+
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Holiday Inn Express Lancaster By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 541 reviews)
$111+
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Motel 6 Lancaster
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 741 reviews)
$76+
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Oxnard Inn Lancaster
3 stars
Good (7.9, 729 reviews)
$78+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Lancaster
2 stars
Good (7.4, 738 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Lancaster

Renting a car in Lancaster costs $56 per day, on average, or $224 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Lancaster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Lancaster is Oversize (GMC Sierra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lancaster costs $56 per day, on average, or $224 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Lancaster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Lancaster is Oversize (GMC Sierra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Lancaster

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

Compact

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

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