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

Pleasanton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pleasanton

With a population of 70.285, Pleasanton is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Pleasanton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Pleasanton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rubys & Roses Restaurant (855 Main St) and Elia Pleasanton (310 Main St Suite A) are great picks.

When to visit Pleasanton

Pleasanton in November
Estimated hotel price
$145
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pleasanton in November
Estimated hotel price
$145
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pleasanton

Plane

Although Pleasanton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 31 km from Pleasanton. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Air New Zealand, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Pleasanton departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

The train station in Pleasanton is called Pleasanton, and is located 0.8 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Pleasanton is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 49 km from Pleasanton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Pleasanton’s bus station is located 5 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Pleasanton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 31 km from Pleasanton. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Air New Zealand, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Pleasanton departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 24m.

Train

The train station in Pleasanton is called Pleasanton, and is located 0.8 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Pleasanton is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 49 km from Pleasanton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Pleasanton’s bus station is located 5 km from the city center.

Airports near Pleasanton

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Pleasanton

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Pleasanton

Most booked hotels in Pleasanton

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Pleasanton Marriott Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1140 reviews)
$96+
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Hyatt Place Dublin Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 534 reviews)
$113+
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Aloft Dublin-Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 478 reviews)
$109+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Pleasanton at the Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 464 reviews)
$111+
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Ac Hotel By Marriott Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 334 reviews)
$106+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dublin Pleasanton
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1028 reviews)
$74+
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Renting a car in Pleasanton

Renting a car in Pleasanton costs $63 per day, on average, or $188 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Pleasanton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Pleasanton is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Pleasanton costs $63 per day, on average, or $188 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Pleasanton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Pleasanton is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Pleasanton

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$29/day

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

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