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Car Rental in Stanford

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  • from $79 per day
  • 8.6 top rated · Enterprise

A rental car here costs $156 a day on average, about $1 094 for a week. The most popular car class is SUV, at about $172 a day. Avis is the cheapest for a small car, about $80 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025.

  • Free cancellation: 2 of 2
  • Enterprise
  • Avis

Where to pick up in Stanford

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Palo Alto El Camino Park · 2 km City office 1 $108 24 min
Palo Alto Charlestown Meadow · 4 km City office 1 $94 17 min

Nearby, 15–48 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Sunnyvale 815 E El Camino Real · 15 km City office 5 $40 16 min
San Mateo East · 17 km City office 1 $144 18 min
San Jose Airport · 22 km Airport 12 $46 18 min
San Jose South · 27 km City office 10 $49 19 min
San Francisco Airport · 29 km Airport 11 $52 20 min
San Jose Monticello/almaden · 29 km City office 1 $146 14 min
San Jose · 31 km City office 1 $52 24 min
Oakland Airport · 32 km Airport 9 $43 17 min
San Francisco Civic Center · 45 km City office 4 $131 19 min
San Francisco Union Square · 46 km City office 2 $38 18 min
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Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf · 48 km City office 1 $73 16 min

Car rental prices in Stanford by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day
Economy Kia Rio, Mitsubishi Mirage 2 $92
Compact Kia Niro Electric, Kia Soul, Nissan Versa 2 $80
Intermediate BMW 3 Series, Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Ioniq 6 2 $91
Standard Volkswagen Jetta 1 $92
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry 2 $93
Small SUV Audi Q3, Jeep Renegade 1 $104
Medium SUV BMW X3, Chevrolet Equinox, Ford Mustang Mach-E 2 $79
Large SUV Ford Expedition, Audi Q7, Ford Explorer 2 $120
Minivan Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango 2 $118
12-passenger van Ford Transit Passengervan 1 $121
15-passenger van Chevrolet Express 1 $166
Luxury Audi A4, Dodge Challenger RT 2 $99
Premium Audi A3, BMW 5 Series, Cadillac XT6 2 $96
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible 2 $136
Small or medium truck Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma 2 $81

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Kia Niro Electric rental car in Stanford Avis

Kia Niro Electric

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $80/day
Kia Rio rental car in Stanford Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $92/day
Kia Soul rental car in Stanford Avis

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $93/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Stanford Enterprise

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $118/day
Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Stanford Enterprise

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $130/day

Car rental companies in Stanford

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Dec 2025. 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 $108/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 8.6 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.9

Policies

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

Office

Enterprise in Palo Alto El Camino Park
2243 Old Middlefield Way, Mountain View, 94043, CA
6508434990

Avis

17 min wait Credit card only
7.0
Good 5000+ reviews
from $94/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.6 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

Avis in Palo Alto Charlestown Meadow
4230 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, 94306, CA
650-493-8888

Rental conditions in Stanford

Based on 2 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Dec 2025.

Debit card Not accepted by any of the 2 suppliers.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 2 of 2 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 2 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (1 supplier)
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid Tesla Model X, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Kia Niro Electric and Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD, from $80 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 2 suppliers.
Free additional driver Enterprise
Extras GPS (1 supplier), Infant seat (1 supplier), Child seat (1 supplier), Booster seat (1 supplier)
Special offers Free additional driver (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 Stanford

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Car rental in Stanford: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 17 min at Avis to 24 min at Enterprise.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 2 suppliers. 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 in Stanford: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Stanford?
Car rental in Stanford starts from $79 per day, and the average price is $156 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $469 for a 3-day weekend and $1 094 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 in Stanford?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Stanford over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • SUV: $172 per day
  • Luxury: $166 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025. 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 in Stanford?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Stanford over the last 12 months:
  • Avis, average price $122 per day
  • Enterprise, average price $194 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Stanford?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Stanford are:
  • Enterprise: rated 8.6/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $194 per day
  • Avis: rated 7.0/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $122 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 Dec 2025.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Stanford?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Stanford are:
  • Avis: about $80 per day
  • Enterprise: about $118 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025. 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 in Stanford?
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 in Stanford 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 in Stanford?
The minimum age to rent a car in Stanford 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 in Stanford with a debit card?
Rental companies in Stanford 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. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Stanford offer unlimited mileage?
Enterprise and Avis include unlimited mileage on all cars in Stanford. 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 in Stanford?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Stanford 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 in Stanford?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Stanford include Avis and Enterprise. The cheapest is Avis, from $80 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 in Stanford?
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 in Stanford 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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