Transportation

Getting around Temecula wine country

Wineries are spread out along country roads, and there's no public transit between them. Here are your options, starting with the one rule that matters most.

Never drive after tasting. California DUI laws are strict, and wine country roads are dark and winding at night. Pick a designated driver or book a ride.

Your options

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Easiest

Wine tour

The easiest option: the driver, route and often the tasting fees are handled.

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Groups

Limo or private driver

Your group, your schedule. The Winegrowers Association lists local limo and van companies.

Small groups

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft operate in Temecula, but rides from the farther wineries can take a while late in the day. Don't count on a quick pickup at closing time.

No driving

Stay at a winery

Skip the drive completely and walk to the tasting room.

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Getting to Temecula

From San Diego: about an hour north on I-15.
From Orange County: roughly an hour, depending on route and traffic.
From Los Angeles: about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Airports: San Diego (SAN), Ontario (ONT), John Wayne (SNA) and Palm Springs (PSP) are all within driving distance. Temecula has no commercial airport.

Rent a car

Flying in? A rental car gets you to Temecula. Then use a tour or driver on tasting days.

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Common questions

Can you Uber between Temecula wineries?

Yes, rideshare works in Temecula, but wait times can be long at the farther wineries, especially late in the day. A tour or private driver is more reliable for a full day of tasting.

What's the closest airport to Temecula?

Temecula doesn't have a commercial airport. Ontario (ONT), San Diego (SAN) and John Wayne (SNA) are the most common choices, each roughly an hour or so away depending on traffic.