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Where to pick up near Berkeley

Rental desks in Berkeley have had no offers in the last 12 months. The nearest with offers is San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf, 15 km away.

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf · 15 km City office 1 $73 16 min
San Francisco Union Square · 15 km City office 2 $38 18 min
San Francisco Civic Center · 16 km City office 4 $131 19 min
Oakland Airport · 18 km Airport 9 $43 17 min
Mill Valley · 21 km City office 2 $82 16 min
San Francisco Airport · 30 km Airport 11 $41 20 min
San Mateo East · 37 km City office 1 $144 18 min
Palo Alto El Camino Park · 49 km City office 1 $108 24 min

Car rental prices near Berkeley by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage, Kia Rio, Chevrolet Spark 11 $41 $75
Compact Nissan Versa, Kia Soul, Kia Niro Electric 12 $45 $87
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius Hybrid, Jaguar F-PACE 12 $45 $115
Standard Volkswagen Jetta, Nissan Altima, Dodge Challenger 11 $47 $84
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry, Infiniti Q50 11 $46 $87
Small SUV Buick Encore, Jeep Renegade, Audi Q3 9 $47 $71
Medium SUV Jeep Wrangler, Toyota Rav4, Hyundai Santa Fe 12 $52 $90
Large SUV Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Tahoe 11 $80 $145
SUV Ford Flex 2 $81
Minivan Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, Nissan Quest 12 $63 $87
12-passenger van Ford Transit Passengervan, Ford E350, Ford ClubWagon 6 $68 $164
15-passenger van Chevrolet Express, Ford Transit Passengervan, Ford Transit 7 $141 $179
Luxury Dodge Challenger RT, Chrysler 300, Cadillac CTS 9 $74 $133
Premium Nissan Maxima, Chevrolet Impala, Cadillac XT6 10 $87 $150
Exotic Chevrolet Corvette 1 $1 030
Special Ford Flex 1 $125
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible, BMW 4 Series Convertible, Jeep Wrangler 10 $71 $185
Small or medium truck Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, Ford F-150 10 $51 $93
Large truck Dodge Ram, Chevrolet Silverado 4 $51 $74

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Nov 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Chevrolet Spark rental car near Berkeley Thrifty

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $44/day
Nissan Versa rental car near Berkeley Enterprise

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $45/day
Mitsubishi Mirage rental car near Berkeley Enterprise

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $45/day
Kia Soul rental car near Berkeley Avis

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $55/day
Ford Fiesta rental car near Berkeley Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $59/day
Hyundai Accent rental car near Berkeley Payless

Hyundai Accent

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $64/day
Kia Rio rental car near Berkeley Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $65/day
Hyundai Venue rental car near Berkeley Budget

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $75/day

Car rental companies near Berkeley

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Nov 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

National

In the terminal Mon–Fri 07:00–23:59 · Sat–Sun 07:00–22:30 24 min wait Credit and debit cards
9.2
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $46/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.0 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 9.3 Pick-up process 9.2 Drop-off process 9.4

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

National at Oakland Airport
7600 Earhart Rd, Oakland, 94621 4557, CA
8336591912

Enterprise

Free shuttle bus Daily 07:00–22:30 21 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
9.0
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $45/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 9.2 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Oakland Airport
7600 Earhart Rd, Oakland, 94621 4557, CA
8336591911

Alamo

Daily 06:00–23:59 23 min wait Credit card only
8.8
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $142/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Alamo in San Francisco Civic Center
340 O Farrell St, San Francisco, 94102, CA
8888266893

Hertz

Daily 06:00–23:59 18 min wait Credit card only
8.5
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $40/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 8.6 Service at the rental desk 8.4 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz in San Francisco Union Square
325 Mason Street, San Francisco, Ca, San Francisco Dt, 941020000, CA
4157712200

Avis

Daily 07:00–22:00 18 min wait Credit card only
8.3
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $38/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.2 Service at the rental desk 8.4 Pick-up process 8.2 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis in San Francisco Union Square
675 Post Street Union Square, San Francisco, 94109, CA
415-929-2555

Sixt

Daily 00:00–01:00, 06:00–23:59 21 min wait Credit card only
8.1
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $141/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.5 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.3 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.7

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt in San Francisco Civic Center
475 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, 94103-3629, CA
+1-8887498227

Thrifty

Daily 00:00–01:00, 06:00–23:59 16 min wait Credit and debit cards
8.1
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $43/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.8 Cleanliness 8.5 Service at the rental desk 8.0 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.7

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Thrifty at Oakland Airport
7600 Earhart Road, Oakland International Airport, Oakland, CA, United States, 94621
(877) 283-0898

Europcar

Free shuttle bus Daily 00:00–00:30, 05:00–23:59 16 min wait Credit card only
8.0
Very good 250+ reviews
from $52/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.6 Cleanliness 7.8 Service at the rental desk 8.1 Pick-up process 8.0 Drop-off process 8.6

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Europcar at San Francisco Airport
Please Go To Fox Counter 435 South Airport Boulevard, San Francisco, 94080, CA
1 415 9172713

Budget

Open 24 hours 14 min wait Credit card only
6.8
Good 10000+ reviews
from $144/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.6 Cleanliness 6.9 Service at the rental desk 6.6 Pick-up process 6.0 Drop-off process 8.1

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget in San Francisco Civic Center
675 Post Street Union Square, San Francisco, 94109, CA
415-674-1917

Dollar

16 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $73/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.4 Pick-up process 6.1 Drop-off process 7.7

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Dollar at San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf
500 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94133
(415) 674-8330

Payless

Free shuttle bus Daily 07:00–22:00 14 min wait Credit card only
6.6
Good 1000+ reviews
from $64/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 6.6 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 5.8 Drop-off process 8.3

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Cancellation fee $130

Office

Payless at Oakland Airport
7600 Earhart Road, Oakland, 94621, CA
510-638-1000

Fox

Free shuttle bus Daily 00:00–00:29, 05:00–23:59 37 min wait Credit card only
6.5
Good 2000+ reviews
from $41/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.3 Cleanliness 7.8 Service at the rental desk 6.1 Pick-up process 6.5 Drop-off process 5.8

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

Fox at San Francisco Airport
435 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, 94080, CA
(1) 8558494204 / (415)917-2713

Rental conditions near Berkeley

Based on 12 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Nov 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 21. Drivers under 25 pay $25 a day extra (Fox).
Debit card Accepted by 4 of 12 suppliers: National, Enterprise, Thrifty and Dollar.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 8 of 12 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 12 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (4 suppliers), Same to same (1 supplier)
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid Toyota Prius Hybrid, Kia Niro Electric and Tesla Model 3 Long Range, from $77 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 11 suppliers. Cancellation fee: Payless $130.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (9 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (9 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (5 suppliers).
Included in the price Airport fee, Taxes, Breakdown assistance
One-way rental Allowed by 4 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $149.
Free additional driver Enterprise and Alamo
Extras GPS (10 suppliers), Infant seat (10 suppliers), Child seat (10 suppliers), Booster seat (10 suppliers), Ski rack (5 suppliers), Winter tires (1 supplier)
Special offers Pre-registration available (4 suppliers), Free additional driver (2 suppliers), Special discount (1 supplier)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

Cities near Berkeley

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Car rental near Berkeley: what to expect

Open 24 hours: Budget. Customers report an average wait at the desk from 14 min at Budget to 37 min at Fox.

For a small car, Avis is the cheapest at about $38 a day and is rated 8.3 out of 10. National is rated 9.2 and costs about $46.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 12 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 25 pay from $25 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in the USA, France and South Korea. A typical rental lasts 7 days.

Car rental near Berkeley: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car near Berkeley?
Car rental near Berkeley starts from $41 per day, and the average price is $135 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Nov 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $406 for a 3-day weekend and $947 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars near Berkeley?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL near Berkeley over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • SUV: $137 per day
  • Van: $132 per day
  • Convertible: $207 per day
  • Economy: $82 per day
  • Compact: $89 per day
  • Luxury: $156 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Nov 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular near Berkeley?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL near Berkeley over the last 12 months:
  • Thrifty, average price $65 per day
  • Sixt, average price $82 per day
  • Dollar, average price $80 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Nov 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews near Berkeley?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies near Berkeley are:
  • Enterprise: rated 9.6/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $96 per day
  • National: rated 9.2/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $157 per day
  • Alamo: rated 9.1/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $116 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Nov 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company near Berkeley?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies near Berkeley are:
  • Hertz: about $40 per day
  • Thrifty: about $44 per day
  • National: about $46 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Nov 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car near Berkeley?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: National and Alamo
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Enterprise, Sixt and Avis
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car near Berkeley and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Near Berkeley, one-way rentals are offered by Enterprise, National and Alamo. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car near Berkeley?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies near Berkeley is 21, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers near Berkeley:
  • Enterprise: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Sixt: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car near Berkeley with a debit card?
Rental companies near Berkeley typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards near Berkeley: Enterprise, National, Alamo, Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies near Berkeley offer unlimited mileage?
9 rental companies near Berkeley include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Enterprise, National and Alamo. Sixt, Avis and Budget offer it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use near Berkeley?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones near Berkeley are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by National, Alamo, Hertz, Avis and Thrifty.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up. Offered by Europcar.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car near Berkeley?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars near Berkeley include Alamo, Budget and Avis. The cheapest is Dollar, from $38 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

What extras can I add to a car rental near Berkeley?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but near Berkeley Enterprise and Alamo include an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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