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

Oro Valley travel guide

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You're Going to Love Oro Valley

With a population of 41,011, Oro Valley is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Oro Valley has to offer.

Where to Eat in Oro Valley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Saffron Indian Bistro (7607 N Oracle Rd #101) and Fork & Fire (12155 N Oracle Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Oro Valley

Oro Valley in June
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oro Valley in June
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Oro Valley

Plane

Although Oro Valley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tucson (TUS), which is located 19 miles from Oro Valley. The shortest domestic flight to Oro Valley departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Oro Valley. The train journey from Oro Valley to Los Angeles takes 9h 38m and costs around $47 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $171 for a 55h 08m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Oro Valley is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 97 miles from Oro Valley. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oro Valley, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Oro Valley takes 565 miles and will cost you around $160. From San Francisco, the ticket costs about $147 for a journey of 1185 miles.

Plane

Although Oro Valley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tucson (TUS), which is located 19 miles from Oro Valley. The shortest domestic flight to Oro Valley departs from Seattle and takes around 3h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Oro Valley. The train journey from Oro Valley to Los Angeles takes 9h 38m and costs around $47 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $171 for a 55h 08m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Oro Valley is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 97 miles from Oro Valley. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oro Valley, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Oro Valley takes 565 miles and will cost you around $160. From San Francisco, the ticket costs about $147 for a journey of 1185 miles.

Airports near Oro Valley

PHXPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl
TUSTucson
AZAPhoenix-Mesa Gateway

Airlines serving Oro Valley

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 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 (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Oro Valley

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oro Valley-Tucson North and Fairfield Inn & Suites Tucson North/Oro Valley.

Where to stay in popular areas of Oro Valley

Most booked hotels in Oro Valley

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Worldmark Rancho Vistoso
3 stars
Excellent (9, 94 reviews)
$88+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oro Valley-Tucson North
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 472 reviews)
$98+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Tucson North/Oro Valley
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 257 reviews)
$112+
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Renting a car in Oro Valley

Renting a car in Oro Valley costs $42 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Oro Valley.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Oro Valley (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 Oro Valley is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Oro Valley costs $42 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Oro Valley.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Oro Valley (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 Oro Valley is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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