Rancho Cordova travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rancho Cordova

With a population of 64,776, Rancho Cordova is a must-see destination in California, United States. Rancho Cordova deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Rancho Cordova

Where to Eat in Rancho Cordova

If you’re looking for affordable options, Salt Sushi (2121 Golden Centre Ln) and Chili's Grill & Bar - Rancho Cordova (3199 Zinfandel Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Rancho Cordova

Rancho Cordova in December
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rancho Cordova in December
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rancho Cordova

Plane

Although Rancho Cordova doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 17 miles from Rancho Cordova. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Spirit Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Rancho Cordova departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rancho Cordova. The train journey from Rancho Cordova to Sacramento takes 1h 37m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fresno, expect to pay about $28 for a 4h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rancho Cordova is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 82 miles from Rancho Cordova. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Rancho Cordova using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Oakland, the bus ride to Rancho Cordova takes 25 miles and will cost you around $9. From Reno, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 395 miles.

Plane

Although Rancho Cordova doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 17 miles from Rancho Cordova. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Spirit Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Rancho Cordova departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rancho Cordova. The train journey from Rancho Cordova to Sacramento takes 1h 37m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fresno, expect to pay about $28 for a 4h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rancho Cordova is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 82 miles from Rancho Cordova. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Rancho Cordova using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Oakland, the bus ride to Rancho Cordova takes 25 miles and will cost you around $9. From Reno, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 395 miles.

Airports near Rancho Cordova

Airlines serving Rancho Cordova

Lufthansa
Good (4,678 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,622 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,983 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (812 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rancho Cordova

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Sacramento/Rancho Cordova and Fairfield Inn & Suites Rancho Cordova.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rancho Cordova

Most booked hotels in Rancho Cordova

Holiday Inn Rancho Cordova
3 stars
Good (7.7, 413 reviews)
$102+
Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova
3 stars
Good (7.7, 390 reviews)
$186+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rancho Cordova Sacramento
2 stars
Good (7.4, 795 reviews)
$96+
HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Rancho Cordova
2 stars
Okay (5.3, 329 reviews)
$69+
California Inn & Suites Rancho Cordova - Sacramento
3 stars
Okay (5, 612 reviews)
$78+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rancho Cordova
2 stars
Okay (4.3, 455 reviews)
$65+

Renting a car in Rancho Cordova

Renting a car in Rancho Cordova costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Rancho Cordova.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Rancho Cordova (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Rancho Cordova is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Rancho Cordova costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Rancho Cordova.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Rancho Cordova (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Rancho Cordova is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.