Thousand Oaks travel guide

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You're Going to Love Thousand Oaks

With a population of 126,683, Thousand Oaks is a must-see destination in California, United States. Thousand Oaks deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Thousand Oaks

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bazille - Nordstrom Thousand Oaks (346 W. Hillcrest Dr.) and Mastro's Steakhouse - Thousand Oaks (2087 E Thousand Oaks Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Thousand Oaks

Thousand Oaks in February
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Thousand Oaks in February
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Thousand Oaks in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 46.4 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Thousand Oaks, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Thousand Oaks

Plane

Although Thousand Oaks doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 27 miles from Thousand Oaks. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Thousand Oaks departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Thousand Oaks. The train journey from Thousand Oaks to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Thousand Oaks is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 31 miles from Thousand Oaks. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Thousand Oaks, including LuxXpress, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Thousand Oaks takes 120 miles and will cost you around $66. From Paradise, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 240 miles.

Plane

Although Thousand Oaks doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 27 miles from Thousand Oaks. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Thousand Oaks departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Thousand Oaks. The train journey from Thousand Oaks to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Thousand Oaks is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 31 miles from Thousand Oaks. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Thousand Oaks, including LuxXpress, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Thousand Oaks takes 120 miles and will cost you around $66. From Paradise, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 240 miles.

Airlines serving Thousand Oaks

Lufthansa
Good (4,690 reviews)
KLM
Good (837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (956 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,651 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,234 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,569 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (486 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (985 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,104 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,416 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,994 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,024 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (802 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (933 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,173 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (840 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Thousand Oaks

Most booked hotels in Thousand Oaks

Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 62 reviews)
$553+
Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Agoura Hills
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 255 reviews)
$182+
Palm Garden Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2009 reviews)
$131+
Best Western Posada Royale Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1167 reviews)
$173+
Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks, CA
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 212 reviews)
$162+
Hyatt Regency Westlake
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 528 reviews)
$194+

Renting a car in Thousand Oaks

Renting a car in Thousand Oaks costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 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, 13% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Thousand Oaks (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Thousand Oaks is Full-size (GMC Savana or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda CR-V or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Thousand Oaks costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 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, 13% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.82 per gallon in Thousand Oaks (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Thousand Oaks is Full-size (GMC Savana or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda CR-V or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.