Whittier travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whittier

With a population of 85,331, Whittier is a must-see destination in California, United States. Whittier deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Whittier

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mimosas Whittier (16435 Whittier Blvd) and Original Roadhouse Grill - Whittier (15156 E Whittier Blvd.) are great picks.

When to visit Whittier

Whittier in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whittier in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whittier

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, Delta and KLM. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Oakland and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Whittier. The train journey from Whittier 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 44m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 17 miles from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Whittier takes 120 miles and will cost you around $65. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, Delta and KLM. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Oakland and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Whittier. The train journey from Whittier 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 44m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 17 miles from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Whittier takes 120 miles and will cost you around $65. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airlines serving Whittier

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,711 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whittier

Most booked hotels in Whittier

Hyatt Regency Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1773 reviews)
$254+
Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 830 reviews)
$236+
Friendly Hills Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 383 reviews)
$109+
DoubleTree by Hilton Whittier Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 761 reviews)
$39+
The Westin Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1247 reviews)
$229+
The Queen Mary
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 768 reviews)
$196+

Renting a car in Whittier

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 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, 9% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Whittier (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 Whittier is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Volkswagen Passat or similar) are, on average, 82% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 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, 9% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Whittier (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 Whittier is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Volkswagen Passat or similar) are, on average, 82% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.