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Top Car Deals in San Francisco
Economy
$36
Compact
$36
Standard
$37
Special
$37
Midsize
$38
Fullsize
$39
Luxury
$44
Premium
$44
Compact Elite Crossover
$55
Midsize Elite
$75
Premium Elite SUV
$88
Standard Elite Crossover
$88
Fullsize Elite Special
$88
Mini Van
$116
Luxury Elite
$130
Oversize Pickup Extended Cab
$145
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San Francisco - Road Trip Ideas
Pack your bags, grab the keys, and try not to leave your heart behind as you set off on a road trip from sensational San Francisco. The only tough choice is where to go. Maybe you’ll sip your way around the Napa Valley. Maybe you’ll drive from San Francisco to Yosemite for jaw-dropping scenery and all the adrenaline-activating activities your heart can handle. Whatever your plans, book your airport pick up, and cruise your way across the country. Classy convertibles, vast vans, and luxury car rental, it’s all yours with Expedia, from the moment you touch down in the Golden City.
San Francisco to Los Angeles
Carve a path across California in a one-way car rental from San Francisco to Los Angeles and you can hop home on a flight in just 90 minutes. The fast drive down takes around 6 hours, but if you take the San Francisco to Los Angeles coastal drive, you’re looking at around 8 hours behind the wheel—and if you do, a convertible car rental is a must. There’s nothing like feeling the Cali sun on your skin and ocean breeze in your hair. Whatever your wagon, road trips when you rent a car from SF to LA take some beating. All the scenery is here, from the red iron of the bridge to sunny Santa Cruz, the seals of San Simeon and the luminous lights of La La Land.
San Francisco to San Diego
The San Francisco to San Diego drive time can take as little as 8 hours—but you’ll want to take your time. Plot a meander along the Pacific Highway to stop and snap, sip and maybe even sleep along the way. The Pacific Highway is one of the U, S of A’s most stunning routes, maybe even leaving Route 66 in the shade. Before the engine is warm, you’re among the beauty of San Jose and Santa Cruz, with Pismo Beach and Malibu before you reach the cusp of Mexico. And you can always make up time with a one-way car rental from San Francisco to San Diego—by flying back in just 1 hour 35 mins.
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Renting a car in San Francisco
Pay at pickup is available, so you don’t have to worry about spending your money until you arrive at your vehicle in San Francisco. We partner with 32 reliable partners that guarantee an enjoyable experience for solo travelers, couples, and families. Package your car with a flight or hotel to unlock even more savings from Expedia.
Expected prices in San Francisco
Prices are subject to seasonal change depending on when you decide to arrange your car rental but right now you can book from $36.
Flexibility & Cancellation
Most car suppliers offer penalty-free cancellations, so you don’t have to worry about losing money if your plans change. To cancel your booking log into your account through the Trips portal. Click manage booking and cancel this car. If you needed to alter your booking, then you can create a new one once you have canceled.
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Top Hotels in San Francisco
- Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
- Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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- Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
- The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
- King George Hotel
- Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
- The Marker San Francisco
- Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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