Napa car rentals from $29/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Napa with a pick-up date of 5/3 and drop-off date of 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car rentals in Napa

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Economy$30/day
Compact$29/day
Intermediate$29/day
Standard$32/day
Full-size$32/day
Minivan$43/day
Full-size SUV$47/day
Supplier choice$30/day
Intermediate SUV$36/day
Standard SUV$42/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Napa

  • Cheap car rentals in Napa will help you drive to the sites you want to enjoy. You have the freedom to move to nearby destinations like Westwood Hills Park on the west or Skyline Wilderness Park to the east with the help of a rental car. You can go hiking in these parks with your family and enjoy the stunning environment. Next, travel west to Sonoma and Boyes Hot Springs, then stop by the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn Spa for a soothing Watsu treatment or a dip in the outdoor pool filled with natural mineral water. Next, visit the south and spend a day enjoying Six Flags Discovery Kingdom or exploring the San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
  • While touring Napa, you can enjoy many of its outlining areas when you opt for Napa car rentals in lieu of using the train or bus.  However, you must be 21 years of age or older to rent a vehicle from any of the cheap car rentals in Napa. Also, unless you are 25 years or older, you might not be able to hire some kinds of cars in Napa, such as an SUV. A valid driver's license with your name and a credit or debit card are required when picking up your vehicle.
  • It's nearly always best to pick up a car at the airport if you're flying into the area. San Francisco Aiport will serve as the arrival point for passengers heading to Napa. Since Napa is around 55 miles from the airport, renting a car will make things go faster. The airport car rental center is a short distance from the terminals. However, the AirTrain Blue Line transports passengers to and from the center. The onsite car providers at the airport include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Fox, Hertz, SIXT and Thrifty. Additional cheap car rentals in Napa are offsite at the airport and offer shuttle services.
  • Napa City is known for its elevated surfaces and uneven terrain. Additionally, most of the roads in this city are narrow, except the main highways surrounding the city's central business district. It is, therefore, advisable to always drive at a much slower speed on these small roads in Napa to limit the chances of losing control of your car. Also, in the morning and evening hours, you may experience an increased number of cyclists and pedestrians on these roads. Therefore, you should be sure to stay alert and maintain a steady speed when driving around town.
  • The roads in the Wine Country are generally in good condition, whether they are four-lane freeways or winding country lanes. While there are occasionally traffic congestion, they typically affect travelers leaving Napa for San Francisco. Therefore, you may need to allow a lot more time for travel if you attempt to avoid morning and afternoon rush hours. Additionally, avoid driving in the busiest streets of Napa, such as West Napa Street, Jefferson Street, Trancas Street, 1st Street, Soscol Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, Main Street, and 3rd Street.
  • Ensure you abide by California's child seat regulations if you want to drive your rental car on any Napa roads with your child in the rental car. According to these laws, your child must always be secured in a suitable car restraint system, such as a child safety seat or a booster seat, if the children are younger than six years old or if they weigh less than 60 lbs. Any of the cheap car rentals in Napa may easily provide a child safety seat, booster seat, or infant seat. However, there could be a cost for this added service.
  • The commute from home to work or school is reflected during the morning peak hour, which runs from 7 to 9 am, while the travel from work to home is reflected during the afternoon peak hour, which runs from 4 to 6 pm. ensure you avoid traveling during peak hours if you are in a hurry. The most challenging road during peak hours is Highway 29. Other roads to avoid during rush hour include Trower Avenue, Wine Country Avenue, and Salvador Avenue.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Napa for $56 or less
  • Book your rental car in Napa at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Supplier choice rental cars in Napa are around 43% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Napa

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Napa?

    On average a rental car in Napa costs $76 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Napa found in the last 2 weeks is $33.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Napa?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($29/day), Avis ($29/day) and Hertz ($30/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Budget 476 Soscol Avenue 94559 (1 miles from city center).

  • How much is gas price in Napa?

    The average gas price in Napa is $3.86 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $46 and $62, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Napa?

    Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Napa.

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

    Car rental companies onsite at San Francisco airport include Fox, Kyte, Hertz, Thrifty, Sixt, Dollar, Budget, Alamo, Fox Autorent and Europcar.

  • 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 Fox, Hertz, Thrifty, Sixt, Dollar, Budget, Alamo, Europcar, Avis, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Napa?

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

  • How much does a Special car rental cost in Napa?

    A Special car rental in Napa costs $54 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Napa?

    A Full Size car rental in Napa costs $168 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Napa?

    A Mini car rental in Napa costs $119 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Napa?

    In Napa, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 686 Soscol Av. (1 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Napa?

    On average a rental car in Napa costs $535 per week ($76 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Napa?

    On average a rental car in Napa costs $2,294 per month ($76 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Napa?

    Most car rental providers in Napa offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Napa, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Napa?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 5 car rental agencies in Napa.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Napa?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Napa?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Napa so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Napa?

    When a cheap rental car in Napa, consider renting a compact car that will make it easier to maneuver through congested streets, fit into small parking spaces, and provide excellent gas mileage. A full-size or mid-size SUV is a better option for road trips if you require more extra legroom. You can also go for vehicles with good off-ground clearance if you want to access the interior roads of Napa.

  • Does Napa have any toll roads?

    No, there are no toll roads in Napa City, California. Nonetheless, there are toll roads in other regions of California, such as 73 Toll Road in Orange County and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. It's a good idea to check your route for any toll roads if you intend to drive in California and make travel arrangements accordingly.

  • What is the speed limit in Napa?

    For your Napa car rentals, ensure you drive on the left side of the road. On highways and other major roads, international road traffic signs are posted on the left-hand side of the road. The motorway has a maximum speed of 100 km/h and a minimum speed of 65 km/h. Unless otherwise noted, the maximum speed is 80 km/h.

  • Does Napa provide electric car rentals?

    Yes, a number of cheap car rentals in Napa provide electric vehicle rentals. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Avis are a few car rental agencies offering electric cars. It's a good idea to contact them ahead of time and make sure an electric car rental is available because their availability is limited.

  • What is the best place to park in Napa?

    The City offers three parking garages, several public parking lots, and a large number of on-street parking spaces, making parking in the downtown area simple and convenient. With so many wineries and hotels offering free parking, finding a spot is rarely an issue in the Wine Country. Street parking is also available but may only be allowed for two or three hours a day in some localities.

Napa car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

41 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

3 locations in Napa

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Locations in Napa

18981 Sonoma Hwy

+1 707 253 8000

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230 Soscol Avenue

+1 707 253 8000

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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3270 Sonoma Blvd

+1 707 647 4545

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2023

KAYAK
Friendly , knowledgeable employees. Clean, newer model cars. didn't accept AARP (bummer). Called UBER to return us to our residence (not an available service on a Saturday, of which we were not aware).

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Sometimes I can't get the type of vehicle that I reserved because of supply and demand.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Did not like anything, they didn’t have the car I booked and the only other option was twice as expensive and would use 4 times the gas.

Cons:

Would’ve been better if they had the car that I had booked when I arrived.

8.0 Very good

Feb 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Return location did not provide for transportation opportunities such as Lyft or Uber. Very isolated at airport garage.

9.2 Wonderful

Oct 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Location and great customer service

Cons:

Na

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

I have been in Napa Valley for 6 months and have rented cars from Enterprise 6 different occasions. Sami was always pleasant and professional. That is a very busy car rental office and every time I was there it was busy and Sami and her Staff where always happy and eager to accommodate. YOU can always tell when a location has a good leader by the way the Staff treats their guests and their attitude. I have told all the associates and concierge to use and refer Enterprise Rent a Car on Soscol Road in Napa Valley. Love and will miss you Sami!!! Mary Beth Gualtieri

1 out of 7

Hertz

3.4

Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.4

Value for money

3.0

3 locations in Napa

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Locations in Napa

22690 Broadway

+1 707 935 1323

Monday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Tuesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
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Thursday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
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686 Soscol Av.

+1 707 265 7575

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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850 Redwood St

+1 707 642 8391

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2021

KAYAK
Very easy the employee from Vallejo location was really nice very professional thank you 🙏🏼 can’t remember her name

4.0 Mediocre

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff and the car itself were nice.

Cons:

Being told I will have to pay double the price I originally booked when I came to pick up the car.

5.2 Fair

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The employees were nice but the lack of vehicles on the day of pick up was terrible

Cons:

The radio in the rental car did not work and nothing was done on the part of hertz to resolve the matter

2.0 Poor

Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

I made two reservations with the correct confirmation number for both of them. At the time that I went to the rental office to pick it up the car they told me that they DONT HAVE ANY CAR AVAILABLE!!..Not even one of them were available. Worse service ever.

2.0 Poor

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

They called the morning of the rental and said that they did not have a car for me at this location or at any location within a 60 mile radius.

5.6 Fair

May 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

It was very easy and convenient at drop off. Quick and easy access to airport suttle.

Cons:

The car was little dusty and pet hair.

1 out of 8

Avis

10.0

Wonderful

9 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Napa

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Locations in Napa

476 Soscol Avenue

+1 707 258 8564

Monday07:00 - 16:00
Tuesday07:00 - 16:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly customer service. Easy access from downtown Napa

Cons:

Limited selection, although pleasantly surprised that we had the choice between a Yaris and a VW Beetle for the same price.

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

Wonderful woman working the counter.

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2022

KAYAK
The pick up in Napa was smooth and positive. The drop-off in San Jose was extremely poor. I was overcharged and had to follow up with customer service, who did an amazing job to solve the problem. The staff member at the San Jose location took an hour and a half to complete my check-in after telling me to “just drop the keys” because he was with another customer for 20 minutes while I waited. I was charged for the hour and a half that HE took to check in my car. I also left the gas tank FULL, and confirmed with him. He charged me for fuel as well. Not sure how he has a job.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Quick & personable service along with a clean, gas efficient & comfortable car for a fantastic rate.

1 out of 2

Budget

9.7

Wonderful

17 reviews

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.7

Value for money

8.0

One location in Napa

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Locations in Napa

476 Soscol Avenue

+1 707 224 7846

Monday07:00 - 16:00
Tuesday07:00 - 16:00
Wednesday07:00 - 16:00
Thursday07:00 - 16:00
Friday07:00 - 16:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2020

KAYAK

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The drop off was super easy and they helped me all the way thru.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

great service

7.6 Good

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Female staff at pickup with friendly and fast.

Cons:

Staff at dropoff left a sign on the door that he was at the gas station and would be right back. We weiated.

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Perfect took me right back to airport to catch my flight. Thank you was pleasurable..

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Dave, who helped me check in, was fantastic!!! So pleasant and gave me a great Subaru Forrester. His sister helped me check out- also so friendly and kind. Will definitely recommend this place!

8.4 Very good

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Excellent customer service - they didn't have to remind me about whether I'd filled up the car, but they did and it saved me money

1 out of 3

Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in Napa

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850 Redwood Street

+1 707 642 8391

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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8.0 Very good

Apr 2023

KAYAK
It was an Ultra busy day. There were no car rentals available when I got there and had to wait 2 hours for somebody to drop off a car. The people in front of the line got the last vehicle and they didn’t even have a reservation. I reserved the night before thru Kayak via priceline and my reservation did not reserve the last vehicle. Despite being very busy, the staff was very nice and professional; however, the booking process failed. I am not sure where in the process, but it is enough to switch booking cites from Kayak to Google. I previously gave Kayak feedback and Kayak did not take note of the feedback and only blamed the customer for Kayak’s wrong doings. I have correspondence emails of the back and forth between me and kayak customer support that continues to blame the customer for Kayak’s fault and made zero effort to make the changes. For the past 15 years, I have used Kayak. This will be the last time I use Kayak as another military member recommended a better cite. It is easy to strip loyalty and respect and harder to regain that respect.

1 out of 1

Zeeba Rent-A-Van

No score available yet

One location in Napa

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Locations in Napa

2030 Airport Rd

+1 800 940 9332

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98 travelers who rented a car in Napa gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

Car rental locations in or near Napa

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Most popular agency

Hertz

Average price

$76/day

Good deal

$56/day

When to book a rental car in Napa

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