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No offers from desks in Oceanside in the last 12 months. Nearest:

Where to pick up near Oceanside

Rental desks in Oceanside have had no offers in the last 12 months. The nearest with offers is Poway Downtown, 40 km away.

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Poway Downtown · 40 km City office 2 $79 20 min
San Diego 9292 Miramar Rd # 28 · 41 km City office 2 $135 16 min
Murrieta · 42 km City office 1 $91 18 min

Car rental prices near Oceanside by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Ford Fiesta, Mitsubishi Mirage, Chevrolet Spark 5 $71
Compact Nissan Versa, Kia Niro Electric, Kia Soul 5 $73
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, BMW 3 Series, Jaguar F-PACE 5 $80 $125
Standard Volkswagen Jetta 4 $76
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry 5 $77
Small SUV Buick Encore, Jeep Renegade 3 $86
Medium SUV Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota Rav4, Jeep Compass 5 $89 $130
Large SUV Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Expedition, Audi Q7 5 $134 $204
Minivan Nissan Quest, Chrysler Pacifica, Toyota Sienna 5 $99
12-passenger van Ford Transit Passengervan 2 $156
15-passenger van Chevrolet Express 3 $156
Luxury Audi A4, Dodge Challenger RT, Chrysler 300 4 $106
Premium Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Impala, Lexus ES350 5 $83 $149
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible 3 $117
Small or medium truck Toyota Tacoma, Ford F-150 3 $147
Large truck Dodge Ram 2 $99

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 Feb 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Kia Rio rental car near Oceanside Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $71/day
Kia Soul rental car near Oceanside Avis

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $73/day
Kia Niro Electric rental car near Oceanside Budget

Kia Niro Electric

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $77/day
Mitsubishi Mirage rental car near Oceanside Enterprise

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $79/day
Nissan Versa rental car near Oceanside Enterprise

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $79/day
Ford Fiesta rental car near Oceanside Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $90/day
Chevrolet Spark rental car near Oceanside Thrifty

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $90/day
Ford Focus rental car near Oceanside Thrifty

Ford Focus

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $92/day

Car rental companies near Oceanside

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

Enterprise

24 min wait Credit card only
8.6
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $79/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.6 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.9

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Free additional driver

Office

Enterprise in Poway Downtown
13027 Poway Rd, Poway, 92064 4519, CA
8587486900

Avis

17 min wait Credit card only
7.0
Good 5000+ reviews
from $135/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.7 Cleanliness 6.9 Service at the rental desk 6.9 Pick-up process 6.5 Drop-off process 8.1

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

San Diego 9292 Miramar Rd # 28
8720 Miramar Road, San Diego, 92126, CA
858-271-0018

Budget

14 min wait Credit card only
6.8
Good 10000+ reviews
from $135/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.6 Cleanliness 7.0 Service at the rental desk 6.6 Pick-up process 5.9 Drop-off process 8.1

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

San Diego 9292 Miramar Rd # 28
8720 Miramar Road, San Diego, 92126, CA
858-271-0035

Dollar

16 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $198/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 7.6

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 in Poway Downtown
12963 Poway Road, Poway, CA, United States, 92064
(858) 679-0576

Rental conditions near Oceanside

Based on 4 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Feb 2026.

Debit card Accepted by 1 of 4 suppliers: Dollar.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 3 of 4 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 4 suppliers.
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 4 suppliers.
Free additional driver Enterprise
Extras GPS (3 suppliers), Infant seat (3 suppliers), Child seat (3 suppliers), Booster seat (3 suppliers), Ski rack (1 supplier)
Special offers Free additional driver (1 supplier), Pre-registration available (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 Oceanside

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Car rental near Oceanside: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 14 min at Budget to 24 min at Enterprise.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 4 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental near Oceanside: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car near Oceanside?
Car rental near Oceanside starts from $71 per day, and the average price is $145 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Feb 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $436 for a 3-day weekend and $1 019 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.

Which car rental company has the best reviews near Oceanside?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies near Oceanside are:
  • Enterprise: rated 8.6/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $140 per day
  • Avis: rated 7.0/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $139 per day
  • Budget: rated 6.8/10 by 10000+ customers, average price $150 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 Feb 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company near Oceanside?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies near Oceanside are:
  • Enterprise: about $79 per day
  • Avis: about $87 per day
  • Thrifty: about $91 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Feb 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 Oceanside?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car near Oceanside 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. 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 Oceanside?
The minimum age to rent a car near Oceanside is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others 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.

Can I rent a car near Oceanside with a debit card?
Rental companies near Oceanside 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 Oceanside: Thrifty and Dollar. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies near Oceanside offer unlimited mileage?
4 rental companies near Oceanside include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Avis, Budget and Thrifty. Enterprise offers 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 Oceanside?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones near Oceanside 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 Avis.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car near Oceanside?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars near Oceanside include Budget and Avis. The cheapest is Budget, from $77 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 Oceanside?
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 Oceanside Enterprise includes 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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