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Cheap car rentals in West Coast

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Top tips for renting a car in West Coast

  • You will be able to rent different types of cars in West Coast, and the choice will mostly depend on your needs or travel companions. If you are travelling with your family, then you will be served best with SUVs, convertibles, full-size or minivans, while for couples, compact will be suitable, and for the solo drivers, the choice of economy will be satisfying. If you are travelling beyond the pavement and driving on a rural road, then a pickup truck or 4X4 SUV will be an amazing choice.
  • The passengers in the rented vehicle should make sure that they wear their seatbelts appropriately, irrespective of their seating spots, whether in the front row or in the back row. Kids under the age of 12 years of age should be secured in a safety booster seat. If you have not been able to acquire one, then you should ask your car rental provider to offer you one at an additional charge. Kids should also be in a child restraint device that matches their size, weight and height.
  • As much as driving is quite enjoyable, you should always ensure that you are driving within the set speed limits in order to avoid accidents. As widely used in other regions in the United States, the speed limits in West Coast are registered in mph. If you are driving on the highways, then you will be required to honor the allowable speed limit of 65 mph. However, if you are driving on an undivided two-lane highway, then you will be required to drive to a maximum speed limit of 55 mph unless posted otherwise.
  • You will be able to find street parking in West Coast since they are available in good numbers. Some of the on-street parking in this region are such as SP+ Parking, West Coast Parking Systems Inc. and Pacific City Parking. On-street parking is metered in this region. For instance, an on-street parking lot running from Monday to Sunday is chargeable between 6 am to 6 pm, for about $5 per hour and the maximum daily charge is $12.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in West Coast for $42 or less
  • Book your rental car in West Coast at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in West Coast are around 2% cheaper than airport locations on average
  • Premium rental cars in West Coast are around 31% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in West Coast

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

    On average a rental car in West Coast costs $29 per day.

  • What is the most popular rental car in West Coast?

    Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in West Coast.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in West Coast?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Fox ($5/day), NU Car ($16/day) and Hertz ($19/day).

  • What is the best rental car company in West Coast?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in West Coast are Alamo (8.6, 1124 reviews), National (8.3, 116 reviews), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1, 1714 reviews).

  • How can I find car rentals near me in West Coast?

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

  • Where should I rent a car in West Coast?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in West Coast are San Francisco (24% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in West Coast), Seattle (23%) and San Diego (15%).

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

    On average a rental car in West Coast costs $400 per week ($57 per day).

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

    On average a rental car in West Coast costs $1,713 per month ($57 per day).

  • Should I rent a car in West Coast?

    There is quite an array of benefits to renting a car in this region. For instance, you will freely traverse the area’s tourist attraction sites in the comfort of your own rental car. Even though there are public transportation services available in this region, buses’ rigid schedules will not give the much-needed freedom to explore this attractive neighborhood. Since there are many car rental providers in this region, you will be able to find a vehicle aligned with your needs and budget. A rental car also provides customers with convenience and comfort, something which is rarely found in public transportation.

  • What is driving like in West Coast?

    As in the other regions and states of the United States, you should adhere to the right side as you drive in West Coast. At intersections, when you turn left, you should give the right of way to all vehicles approaching and that are too close to be dangerous. Slow down when you approach a roundabout and give the right of way to pedestrians and bicyclists. When two vehicles meet on mountain roads, then the vehicle facing downhill should give the right of way to the vehicle going uphill. You should drive slower when there is bad weather or heavy traffic and you should also give the right of way to school buses.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in West Coast?

    For you to rent a car in West Coast, you will need to be at least 18 years of age. The majority of car rental providers, however, charge an additional cost for drivers younger than 25 years old. Some of the car providers will require you to be between 20 and 21 at minimum. Generally, it is seen as the older you are, the more likely you will get a car rental at a cheaper charge. Once you meet the required age, you also require a valid driving license and a credit card for car rental payments in West Coast.

Car rental locations in West Coast

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in West Coast

    123 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car rental locations in West Coast

    95 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car rental locations in West Coast

    67 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car rental locations in West Coast

    67 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car rental locations in West Coast

    27 Locations

  • national

    National car rental locations in West Coast

    21 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car rental locations in West Coast

    21 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car rental locations in West Coast

    20 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car rental locations in West Coast

    18 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car rental locations in West Coast

    16 Locations

  • eaglerac

    Eagle Rent A Car car rental locations in West Coast

    16 Locations

  • easirent

    Easirent car rental locations in West Coast

    16 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

Ace

Most popular car type

Premium

Average price

$56/day

Good deal

$42/day

When to book a rental car in West Coast

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