Valley Center travel guide

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With a population of 9,277, Valley Center is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Valley Center to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Valley Center

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hell's Kitchen - Harrah's Resort Southern California (777 Harrahs Rincon Way) and Black and Blue Steakhouse and Lounge - Valley View Casino (16300 Nyemii Pass Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Valley Center

Valley Center in February
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valley Center in February
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Valley Center in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 95 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Valley Center, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Valley Center

Plane

Although Valley Center doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 35 miles from Valley Center. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Valley Center departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Valley Center. The train journey from Valley Center to Burbank takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Valley Center is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 94 miles from Valley Center. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Valley Center, including FlixBus, Bus and Amtrak. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Valley Center takes 120 miles and will cost you around $36. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

Although Valley Center doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 35 miles from Valley Center. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Valley Center departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Valley Center. The train journey from Valley Center to Burbank takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Valley Center is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 94 miles from Valley Center. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Valley Center, including FlixBus, Bus and Amtrak. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Valley Center takes 120 miles and will cost you around $36. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airports near Valley Center

Airlines serving Valley Center

Lufthansa
Good (4,662 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,485 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,302 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,784 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Valley Center

Most booked hotels in Valley Center

Harrah's Resort Southern California
3 stars
Good (7.4, 7 reviews)
$159+

Renting a car in Valley Center

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Valley Center (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Valley Center, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Valley Center (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Valley Center, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.