South San Francisco car rentals

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in South San Francisco

  • While public transport is useful when you're sticking to the downtown core of South San Francisco, having your own vehicle will give you much more freedom to explore the city and the region more broadly. Some areas of San Francisco and other nearby cities aren't well-connected via public transport. You may need to make multiple transfers to reach nearby cities like Sacramento or San Jose and driving usually takes less time. Book with a company offering car rental in South San Francisco to travel on your own schedule.
  • San Francisco's main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The Rental Car Centre is outside the terminal, and you can reach it via the AirTrain Blue Line, which runs 24/7. This airport is very close to South San Francisco. It takes only around 10 minutes, depending on traffic. You may also arrive at Oakland International Airport (OAK). You'll need to take a shuttle to the Rental Car Centre, they run 24/7, roughly every 10 minutes. This airport is about 40 minutes from South San Francisco. Finally, you could also arrive at San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC). This airport is also roughly 40 minutes from South San Francisco. If you arrive at Terminal B, you can walk across the Airport Parkway to reach the Car Rental Centre. If you arrive at Terminal A, you can take the shuttle.
  • While driving in South San Francisco, make sure you know the road rules regarding light-rail vehicles. You aren't allowed to pass cable cars on the left or when the doors are open. When driving behind trams, sure you're ready to slow to a stop behind the doors as passengers may board or disembark over the road. Additionally, San Francisco has Transit-Only lanes for public transport, taxis and emergency vehicles. These lanes are usually clearly marked with red paint. While some are only in operation at certain times, many are used 24/7, so it's best to avoid them entirely. You can legally enter them temporarily, to get into a parking space or make a turn, if necessary.
  • Avoid driving in South San Francisco between 07:00 and 09:00 and between 16:00 and 19:00. During this rush hour period, the roads will be much busier, and you can expect delays, especially around 08:00 and 17:00. San Francisco sees a lot of rain between November and March. In particularly rainy conditions, be prepared to drive slower than the speed limit and keep extra distance between your car and the car in front of you.
  • Book your rental car in South San Francisco at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact rental cars in South San Francisco are around 31% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about renting a car in South San Francisco

  • How much is gas price in South San Francisco?

    The average gas price in South San Francisco is ₱192.46 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₱2,309 and ₱3,079, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in South San Francisco?

    Intermediate (Jeep Compass or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in South San Francisco.

  • Which car rental companies are at San Francisco airport (SFO)?

    Car rental companies onsite at San Francisco airport include Dollar, Alamo, Fox and Thrifty.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at San Francisco airport (SFO)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Francisco airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Alamo, Fox, and Thrifty.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in South San Francisco?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in South San Francisco?

    An Intermediate car rental in South San Francisco costs ₱3,285 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in South San Francisco?

    A Standard car rental in South San Francisco costs ₱2,861 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in South San Francisco?

    A Compact car rental in South San Francisco costs ₱2,090 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in South San Francisco?

    You can select your vehicle for car rental in South San Francisco based on your own driving preferences and space needs. Most South San Francisco car hire companies have a wide range of vehicles types and sizes on offer. A smaller vehicle may come in handy when it comes to finding parking spaces or navigating the city's one-way streets. However, most of the time standard or SUV vehicles will be suitable as well.

  • What's the speed limit in South San Francisco?

    The speed limit throughout most of South San Francisco is 30 mph (roughly 50 km/h). This is also generally the limit that will apply in any areas that don't have signs posted. In some areas, the limit is lowered to 20 mph (32 km/h). On highways, you can usually drive between 55 mph (88 km/h) and 65 mph (104 km/h). Speed cameras are common, so make sure you always stick to the limit, you'll often need to pay both the fine and an extra fee to the company you've chosen for car rental in South San Francisco.

  • Where are the best places to park in South San Francisco?

    You'll need to pay for parking between 09:00 and 18:00 in all of South San Francisco. In the downtown area, you'll usually need to pay between 09:00 and 20:00. You can generally expect to pay around $1.50 (approximately ₹123) for on-street parking in the downtown area, and roughly $1.25 (about ₹102) outside this area. Remember that you cannot park your car in a public space for more than 72 consecutive hours. The Miller Parking Garage is a handy-covered car park in downtown South San Francisco.

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South San Francisco car rental reviews and directory

 
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Hertz

10.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in South San Francisco

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Locations in South San Francisco

177 S. Airport Blvd.

+1 650 624 6391

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
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Friday08:00 - 17:00

177 S. Airport Blvd

+1 650 952 4720

Monday09:00 - 20:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Not anyone’s fault, VW Jetta was comfortable and clean but my size 14 feet didn’t fit too well. My foot touches brake when pushing gas pedal if I did not drive with my foot twisted overas space is limited near pedals . Over a good trip.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Very nice people good customer service

Cons:

No

1 out of 1

Budget

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in South San Francisco

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Locations in South San Francisco

230 Harbor Way

+1 650 837 9095

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Payless

4.6

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.6

Value for money

6.6

One location in South San Francisco

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1440 San Mateo Ave

+1 650 552 9458

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

n/a

Cons:

There were no cars available even though I booked in advance

1 out of 1

Silvercar

10.0

Wonderful

One location in South San Francisco

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237 Harbor Way

+1 855 359 2227

Monday09:00 - 20:00
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Avis

6.3

Okay

One location in South San Francisco

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Locations in South San Francisco

230 Harbor Way

+1 650 588 5585

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Dollar

5.6

Fair

One location in South San Francisco

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177 S. Airport Blvd.

+1 650 624 6391

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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Thrifty

5.5

Fair

One location in South San Francisco

Locations in South San Francisco

177 S. Airport Blvd.

+1 650 624 6391

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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E-Z Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

One location in South San Francisco

Locations in South San Francisco

323 S Canal St

+1 650 343 3052

Monday07:00 - 22:30
Tuesday07:00 - 22:30
Wednesday07:00 - 22:30
Thursday07:00 - 22:30
Friday07:00 - 22:30
Saturday07:00 - 22:30
Sunday07:00 - 22:30

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Fat Uncle Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in South San Francisco

Locations in South San Francisco

512 Cypress Ave South San Francisco CA

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Flight Car

No score available yet

One location in South San Francisco

Locations in South San Francisco

San Francisco airport

+1 844 435 8227

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Priceline

No score available yet

One location in South San Francisco

Locations in South San Francisco

S. Airport Blvd

Opening times not available

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Zeeba Rent-A-Van

No score available yet

One location in South San Francisco

Locations in South San Francisco

101 Haskins Way

+1 800 940 9332

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9 travelers who rented a car in South San Francisco gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.9

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

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