Introduction
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 3 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 May
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lancaster in May
Estimated hotel price
$123
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 16m.

Train

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 Priceless and Turo, 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 16m.

Train

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 Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Lancaster

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Lancaster

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lancaster

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Lancaster 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 (8.7, 706 reviews)
$118+
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Oxford Suites Lancaster
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 656 reviews)
$109+
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Holiday Inn Express Lancaster
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 528 reviews)
$123+
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Motel 6 Lancaster
2 stars
Excellent (8, 676 reviews)
$70+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lancaster Palmdale
3 stars
Excellent (8, 522 reviews)
$126+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Lancaster
3 stars
Good (7.3, 702 reviews)
$116+
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Renting a car in Lancaster

Renting a car in Lancaster costs $50 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Lancaster is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lancaster costs $50 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Lancaster is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Lancaster

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$26/day

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