San Jose car rentals from C$ 46/day

Which car to choose also depends on your plans during a trip to San Jose. To seize the innumerable opportunities for a road trip into nature or to surrounding cities, an SUV is a good choice, as it provides efficient traction and space. If cruising through the city and making most of the weather is part of the plan, a convertible is the optimal choice.

The allowed speed is always signposted, but the general basic law for speed limits is 65 mph on highways, 25 mph in residential areas, and 15 mph in alleys. However, the state’s speed limit laws require drivers to adapt to the current conditions, i.e. when there is fog, children are close by, or heavy rain decreases road traction.

There is a color scheme which lets drivers know where they can park in the city. If there is a green line, parking is allowed for a short amount of time (indicated on a sign). If there is no line at all, unrestricted parking is possible – however, note that it could be metered, so check the surrounding curb to find a meter machine. For longer parking, choose a public garage or parking lot like the Fourth Street Garage or Market and San Pedro Square Garage, which are about $20 per day.

On average a rental car in San Jose costs C$ 74 per day.

Car rental companies onsite at San Jose airport include Fox, Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz and Budget.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Jose airport to off-airport locations include Fox, Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz and Budget.

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A Compact car rental in San Jose costs C$ 110 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in San Jose costs C$ 71 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in San Jose costs C$ 192 per day, on average.

Yes, San Jose has free parking spots to help you save on money. Interstate 280 has free parking past 6 pm every weekday. It is also free all day on Saturdays and Sundays. The South First Area also has free parking. Some metered lots and garages offer free parking to low-emission vehicles that qualify for the California Air Resources Board Green sticker. Free parking is available during the holidays, including Thanksgiving and Memorial Day.

Drop off your rental to the renting location wherever agreed upon with your provider when renting the vehicle. Preferably, drop off cheap car rentals in San Jose during your provider’s operating hours and before the expiry of your rental to avoid late return fees.