Car Rental San Francisco to San Diego

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Attractions Along the Road

San Francisco

Golden Gate Bridge
Alcatraz Island
Fisherman's Wharf

Along the Way

Half Moon Bay
Santa Cruz Boardwalk
Monterey Bay Aquarium
17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach
Big Sur (Bixby Creek Bridge, McWay Falls)
Hearst Castle, San Simeon
Pismo Beach
Solvang (Danish Village)
Santa Barbara

Los Angeles Area

Griffith Observatory
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Santa Monica Pier
Venice Beach

San Diego

Balboa Park
San Diego Zoo
USS Midway Museum
La Jolla Cove
Gaslamp Quarter

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from San Francisco to San Diego?

It's 503 miles (810 km) from San Francisco to San Diego when driving along the I-5 S, which takes about 8 hours to drive. Alternatively, it's about 553 miles (890 km) when driving the US-101 S, which takes around 9.5 hours.

Can I rent a luxury car for a trip from San Francisco to San Diego?

Yes, you can rent a luxury car from San Francisco to San Diego through several car rental companies, including Enterprise, National, Alamo, Sixt, Avis, and Budget. Available models typically include the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, and Chrysler 300.

Can I rent a people carrier for a one-way trip from San Francisco to San Diego? What vehicle models and rental companies are available on Road Genius?

Yes, you can rent a people carrier for a one-way trip from San Francisco to San Diego. Available models include the Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Traverse, and Chrysler Pacifica from companies like Hertz, Sixt, Dollar, Thrifty, National, and Budget.

Can I rent an SUV for a one-way trip from San Francisco to San Diego?

Yes, you can rent an SUV for a one-way trip along the California coast. Popular models like the BMW X1, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Toyota RAV4 are available from rental companies such as Sixt, Hertz, and Enterprise.