Murrieta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Murrieta

With a population of 103,466, Murrieta is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 2 days in order to fully appreciate everything Murrieta has to offer.

Where to Eat in Murrieta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nonno's Ristorante (40711 Murrieta Hot Springs Road) and Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante (24630 Washington Ave, Ste 100) are great picks.

When to visit Murrieta

Murrieta in March
Estimated hotel price
$146
1 night at 3-star hotel
Murrieta in March
Estimated hotel price
$146
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Murrieta

Plane

Although Murrieta doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 39 miles from Murrieta. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Alaska Airlines, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Murrieta departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Murrieta. The train journey from Murrieta to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Murrieta is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 72 miles from Murrieta. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Murrieta, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Burbank, the bus ride to Murrieta takes 60 miles and will cost you around $5. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 120 miles.

Plane

Although Murrieta doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 39 miles from Murrieta. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Alaska Airlines, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Murrieta departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Murrieta. The train journey from Murrieta to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Murrieta is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 72 miles from Murrieta. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Murrieta, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Burbank, the bus ride to Murrieta takes 60 miles and will cost you around $5. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 120 miles.

Airlines serving Murrieta

Lufthansa
Good (4,490 reviews)
KLM
Good (824 reviews)
SWISS
Good (912 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,284 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,611 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,533 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,460 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (219 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (801 reviews)
Finnair
Good (898 reviews)
LOT
Good (672 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,116 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (889 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (5,277 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Murrieta

Most booked hotels in Murrieta

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murrieta, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 510 reviews)
$113+
Hampton Inn & Suites Murrieta Temecula
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 192 reviews)
$111+
Courtyard by Marriott Temecula Murrieta
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 247 reviews)
$111+
Comfort Inn and Suites Murrieta Temecula Wine Country
3 stars
Excellent (8, 485 reviews)
$103+
Residence Inn by Marriott Temecula Murrieta
3 stars
Good (7.7, 35 reviews)
$141+

Renting a car in Murrieta

Renting a car in Murrieta costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.67 per gallon in Murrieta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.06 and $58.75. Compact (Mini Hatch or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Murrieta, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Murrieta costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.67 per gallon in Murrieta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.06 and $58.75. Compact (Mini Hatch or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Murrieta, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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