Oxnard travel guide
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You're Going to Love Oxnard
With a population of 197 899, Oxnard is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Oxnard to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Oxnard
If you’re looking for affordable options, Fresco II on the Marina (1651 S. Victoria Ave.) and Moqueca Brazilian Cuisine (3550 S. Harbor Blvd Ste. 201) are great picks.
When to visit Oxnard
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Oxnard in August, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 89 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Oxnard, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Oxnard
Plane
Although Oxnard doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 75 km from Oxnard. The shortest flight to Oxnard from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 15h 55m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Oxnard. The train journey from Oxnard to Burbank takes 0h 27m and costs around S$ 15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about S$ 19 for a 0h 39m trip. The train station in Oxnard is called Oxnard, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Oxnard is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 81 km from Oxnard. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Thrifty, among others, in Los Angeles.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oxnard, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Oxnard takes 193 km and will cost you around S$ 87. From Palm Springs, the ticket costs about S$ 61 for a journey of 200 km.
Airlines serving Oxnard
Where to stay in Oxnard
Average rates range from around S$ 516 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 497 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor and Best Western Oxnard Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Oxnard
Hiring a car in Oxnard
Expect to pay S$ 1.41 per litre in Oxnard (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 16.83 and S$ 22.44. The most frequently booked car type in Oxnard is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Mitsubishi i-Miev or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.