With a population of 10,648, Sonoma is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sonoma to see all of its attractions.
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When flying to Sonoma, you’ll arrive at Napa County (APC), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Sonoma departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sonoma. The train journey from Sonoma 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.
Another option to get to Sonoma is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 35 miles from Sonoma. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.
You can travel by bus to Sonoma using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Oakland, the bus ride to Sonoma takes 25 miles and will cost you around $9. From Reno, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 395 miles.
From 5-star hotels such as the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa to great affordable options like the El Dorado Hotel, Sonoma offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $633 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $569 and up for a 5-star experience.
Renting a car in Sonoma costs $83 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at San Francisco.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sonoma (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. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sonoma, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.