Salinas car rentals from $30/day

On average a rental car in Salinas costs $67 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 Salinas found in the last 2 weeks is $35.

The average gas price in Salinas is $3.40 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $41 and $54, depending on the car size.

Standard (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Salinas.

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

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

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

A Standard car rental in Salinas costs $154 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Salinas costs $37 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Salinas costs $127 per day, on average.

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 4 car rental agencies in Salinas.

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!).

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

The best car to rent from car rentals in Salinas when traveling in groups is a van because it has enough room for many including plenty of luggage space. You can also easily fit all of your luggage and you will not have to listen to your team members complain about not having adequate personal space, which will save you time and frustration. Another benefit of renting a van in Salina is that it can help you save money. Traveling in a small car may appear more cost-effective, but this isn't always the case, especially when traveling in a group. Tolls and gas can quickly add up. You and your friends can share the cost of the tolls, gas, and car by renting a van, making the trip much more affordable for everyone.

Yes. There are some restricted roads that you should be mindful of when driving cheap car rentals in Salinas. John Street is restricted to commercial vehicles only. Most of the other restricted roads in the area are one-way streets like Abbott Street which runs westbound from Main Street to Salinas Street, South Main Street running southbound from Alisal Street to Market Street, and East Market Street running eastbound from Salinas Street to Sanborn Road.

The speed limit in Salinas differs based on the kind of road and the area it is in. The speed limit on loose surface or gravel highways is 30 mph and 35 mph on paved two-lane township highways. The speed limit in residential areas is 25 mph. The speed limit on two-lane roads is 45 mph, 50 mph on paved 4-lane divided highways, and 55 mph on main interstate highways.

Rental car companies in Salina typically require renters to be 21 or older, while some may have a minimum age of 25 years for specific car types.  Younger drivers can also anticipate additional requirements and fees, such as providing extra insurance coverage or paying higher security deposits due to their age.

Salinas provides convenient parking areas even in car rentals in Salinas. They include Public Parking Lots & Garages, On-Street Parking, 20min Parking Zones, 1-hour Parking zones, 90min Parking zones, 2-hour Parking zones, 4 Hour Parking, EV Parking, Handicap Parking, and Reserved Parking. Some great places to park are 499 W. Alisal Street, 111 W. San Luis Street, 300 Lincoln Avenue, and 282 Monterey Street, which are all free.