Carlsbad car rentals from C$ 77/day

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 77/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 5245 Car Country Dr 92008-4310 (4 kilometers from city center).

The average gas price in Carlsbad is C$ 4.93 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 59 and C$ 79, depending on the car size.

Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Carlsbad.

Car rental companies onsite at Los Angeles airport include Thrifty, Dollar, Priceless, Fox, Ace, Budget, Hertz, NU Car, Kyte and Midway.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Angeles airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Dollar, Priceless, Budget, Hertz, NU Car, Midway, Sixt, Avis and Alamo.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

An Economy car rental in Carlsbad costs C$ 166 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Carlsbad costs C$ 123 per day, on average.

Carlsbad has well-tarmacked roads that have wide lanes. If you are thinking of securing a rental car, consider getting a standard sedan. The vehicle is well equipped to be driven within most destinations in Carlsbad. The vehicle can easily fit in most parking lots, making it convenient for us within the city. Those who desire to access off-roads within the region can opt for SUVs. Some roads leading to residential places and parks can be unpaved, making them a problem for low-suspension vehicles. Therefore, with a standard sedan, you are good to go when it comes to accessing most parts of Carlsbad.

When driving through Carlsbad, it is good to keep in mind that Highway 5, also known as the San Diego Expressway, runs north-south through the city, so this is most likely the road you will use when driving to either San Diego or Los Angeles. Ronald-Packard Highway runs east-west, so if you are looking to go inland, this is what you will take. If you are heading toward the coast, Ronald-Packard Highway turns into Vista Way and leads you toward the beach.

When driving Carlsbad car rentals, it is essential to note the speed limit of the road you are cruising on. The maximum speed limit on Carlsbad main roads is 65 mph, with two-way lanes having a speed limit of 55 mph. Also, consider maintaining a speed of 15 mph in alleys and rail crossings and 25 mph in business districts and residential areas. In addition, consider being on the lookout for speed cameras on most of Carlsbad’s traffic signals to avoid being ticketed.

Those travelers picking up Carlsbad car rentals will need to show a valid driver’s license in good standing as well as a credit card in your name with sufficient funds. If you are renting a car in Carlsbad and you are not a US citizen, you will also need to show another form of ID, such as a valid passport. If your driver’s license from your native country is not in English, you will also need an International Driver’s Permit. In California, you need to be at least 21 years old to rent a car, but most agencies charge drivers under the age of 25 an extra Young Driver fee.

Finding a spot to park your vehicle in Carlsbad is not too difficult. There are multiple on-street parking and free public lots. Most of these parking lots have a 3-hour free parking policy which is ideal for most drivers in the city. You may park your vehicle in the following public lots: Coaster Station Parking Lot, Washington Parking Lot, South State Parking Lot, Roosevelt North Parking Lot, and Roosevelt South Parking Lot. The city has strict rules against those drivers that park their vehicles on handicapped spots despite not being disabled or close to fire hydrants. Therefore, when in your rental car, consider parking it only at designated spots that are favorable.