How much does it cost to rent a car in San Pedro?

On average, car rentals in **San Pedro** cost around **$77** per day, with the lowest-priced rentals starting at **$29** per day.

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Car Rental Locations & Options

Key Rental Locations and OptionsLocation TypeProsConsNotes
San Pedro Local Branches• Lower rates (no airport fees)
• Close to cruise terminal
• Free shuttle to/from cruise port• Limited hours (usually 8AM-6PM)
• Closed on Sundays
• Smaller vehicle selectionEnterprise (Harbor Blvd) and Hertz (W 6th St) both offer cruise terminal shuttle service
LAX Airport• Largest vehicle selection
• 24/7 operations
• All major companies• Approximately 18 miles (29 km) from San Pedro
• Higher rates due to airport fees
• Longer travel times to reach San PedroGood option if flying into LAX
Long Beach Airport• Closer than LAX (14 miles / 23 km)
• Less congestion
• Easier pickup/drop-off process• Fewer vehicle options
• Limited late night availability
• Still includes airport feesAlternative airport option for San Pedro visitors

Location Type	Pros	Cons	Notes
San Pedro Local Branches	• Lower rates (no airport fees) • Close to cruise terminal • Free shuttle to/from cruise port	• Limited hours (usually 8AM-6PM) • Closed on Sundays • Smaller vehicle selection	Enterprise (Harbor Blvd) and Hertz (W 6th St) both offer cruise terminal shuttle service
LAX Airport	• Largest vehicle selection • 24/7 operations • All major companies	• Approximately 18 miles (29 km) from San Pedro • Higher rates due to airport fees • Longer travel times to reach San Pedro	Good option if flying into LAX
Long Beach Airport	• Closer than LAX (14 miles / 23 km) • Less congestion • Easier pickup/drop-off process	• Fewer vehicle options • Limited late night availability • Still includes airport fees	Alternative airport option for San Pedro visitors

Car Rental Prices

Average: $77/day
From: $29/day

How to pay less?

Price-check local branches vs airports – San Pedro neighborhood depots skip LAX/Long Beach airport fees and toss in free cruise-port shuttles, often 15 – 20 % cheaper.
Watch the calendar, not just the clock – Cruise or summer rush? Secure a deal 3-4 weeks out. January-February or other lull periods? Track prices and book 7-10 days before when flash discounts pop up.
Compare "weekly" vs "daily" tabs – Rentals of 5+ days can flip into a weekly rate that beats stacking single days, even if you hand the keys back early.
Match pickup/drop-off to your cruise timetable – Shift the booking by a few hours so you're not paying an extra day while the car sits in port parking.
One-way to the airport can still win – If you're flying out, a San Pedro→LAX or Long Beach drop may cost less than rideshares for the whole crew; compare suppliers for low or waived drop fees.

Car rental prices in San Pedro 2025/2026

Local Parking and Driving

San Pedro offers various options for where to leave your car:

Downtown San Pedro: Mix of metered street spots and public lots
Port Areas: Dedicated cruise lots available for cruise passengers
Beaches: Cabrillo Beach has paid lots
Residential Areas: Street spots available but watch for permit-only zones
Speed Limits:
- Residential streets: 25-35 mph
- Major roads (Gaffey St, Harbor Blvd): 35-45 mph
- Highways (I-110): 65 mph
Port Traffic: Watch for commercial vehicles and truck traffic near port areas

Why rent a car in San Pedro

Rent a car to easily:

Cabrillo Beach & Point Fermin – tide pools, lighthouse, Korean Bell of Friendship
Palos Verdes Peninsula – coastal drives, hiking trails, ocean overlooks
Long Beach – waterfront, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary
Downtown Los Angeles – museums, Staples Center, cultural districts
Disneyland (Anaheim) – theme park

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FAQs

What rental companies are available in San Pedro?

Enterprise (Harbor Blvd) and Hertz (W 6th St) have offices in San Pedro. Dollar and Thrifty don't have offices in San Pedro anymore. You can find their nearest ones in Torrance or Long Beach.

Do rental companies offer shuttle service from the cruise terminal?

Yes, both Enterprise and Hertz in San Pedro give you a free shuttle ride to and from the World Cruise Center. Their offices are about 5 minutes away.

When is the best time to rent a car in San Pedro?

You'll find the lowest rates from January to February, which is outside the busy cruise season. Renting a car in the middle of the week is usually cheaper than on the weekend.

Are rental locations open on weekends for cruise arrivals/departures?

Most rental offices are open on Saturdays for fewer hours and they are closed on Sundays. You should plan ahead if your cruise gets in or leaves on a Sunday.

Is it better to rent at San Pedro or at the airport?

If you're a cruise passenger, renting in San Pedro is easier and usually costs less than renting at the airport. They also provide a shuttle ride to the cruise terminal.

What's the minimum age to rent a car in San Pedro?

You have to be at least 21 to rent a car. If you are under 25, you will also pay a "young driver" fee of about $25–30 a day.