Car Rental San Francisco to Los Angeles

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Attractions Along the Road

San Francisco

Golden Gate Bridge
- Alcatraz Island
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Golden Gate Park

Along the Way

Half Moon Bay
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Big Sur (including Bixby Bridge and Pfeiffer Beach)
- Hearst Castle
- Morro Bay
- Solvang
- Santa Barbara

Los Angeles

Griffith Observatory
- Hollywood Walk of Fame
- The Getty Center
- Santa Monica Pier
- Venice Beach
- Universal Studios Hollywood

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I rent a premium car to drive from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

Yes, you can rent a luxury car from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Available options include models like the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, and Chrysler 300.

Can I rent a passenger van to travel from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

Yes, you can rent a passenger van for a trip from one major city in California to another. Available models include the Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Traverse, and Chrysler Pacifica. Rental companies offering these vehicles include Hertz, Sixt, Dollar, Thrifty, National, Avis, and Budget.

Can I rent an SUV for a one-way trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles, and what are some popular models?

Yes, you can rent an SUV for a one-way journey from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Common models like the BMW X3, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Toyota RAV4 are generally available. Rental agencies include Hertz, National, and Enterprise.

Airport Rentals

Should I rent at the airport or choose a city depot?

For convenience most travellers will usually decide that picking a car up directly at the airport make most sense. While rates may differ at various depots and less popular locations can have lower rates an airport rental will save you both time and hassle or getting to an off-airport depot location.