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Kia Rio
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
$48.35
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Zero deductible
Kia Soul
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$48.35
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Zero deductible
Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$44.89
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Zero deductible
Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$49.80
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$44.89
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$45.02
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$45.68
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$45.68
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
$46.04
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Kia Soul
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$51.76
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Hyundai Venue
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
4
$51.76
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$52.91
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Ford Edge
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$57.30
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Ford Explorer
or similar Standard Elite SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
3
A/C
4
$64.41
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
2
A/C
5
$67.41
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Drop-off information
Palo Alto Downtown
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Showing 9 out of 15 cars
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 22:00 on 16/03/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 locations near Palo Alto Downtown
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Palo Alto Downtown and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 2 suppliers at Palo Alto Downtown in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$105 per day
Average car rental length
19 days
Speed limit within town
40–48 km/h
or
25–30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88–104 km/h
or
55–65 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.27 per liter or $4.81 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.11 per liter or $4.20 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.45 per liter or $5.49 per gallon
Top 20 locations near Palo Alto Downtown
- Mountain View Monta Lomafrom $89.85 per day4.9 km / 3.04 miles away
- Fremont Centervillefrom $67.49 per day16.4 km / 10.19 miles away
- Foster City Downtownfrom $96.70 per day17.2 km / 10.69 miles away
- San Jose Airportfrom $54.96 per day20.8 km / 12.92 miles away
- San Francisco Airportfrom $51.73 per day28.4 km / 17.65 miles away
- Oakland Airportfrom $55.49 per day31.8 km / 19.76 miles away
- San Jose Eastridge Centerfrom $67.49 per day31.8 km / 19.76 miles away
- San Francisco Southfrom $96.70 per day33 km / 20.51 miles away
- Pleasanton Downtownfrom $67.49 per day34 km / 21.13 miles away
- San Ramon Downtownfrom $62.66 per day40.3 km / 25.04 miles away
- Oakland (Downtown)from $62.66 per day41.8 km / 25.97 miles away
- San Francisco Convention Centerfrom $69.04 per day44.2 km / 27.46 miles away
- San Francisco Somafrom $66.83 per day44.2 km / 27.46 miles away
- San Francisco (Downtown)from $61.41 per day44.4 km / 27.59 miles away
- San Francisco Union Square Downtownfrom $61.41 per day44.9 km / 27.9 miles away
- San Francisco O'Farrell St.from $59.46 per day45 km / 27.96 miles away
- San Francisco Financial Districtfrom $75.75 per day45 km / 27.96 miles away
- San Francisco Little Saigon45.1 km / 28.02 miles away
- San Francisco Fisherman's Wharffrom $61.41 per day47.3 km / 29.39 miles away
- Berkeley Downtownfrom $62.66 per day49.1 km / 30.51 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Avis
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
B
Budget
4230 El Camino Real
When to book at Palo Alto Downtown and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Palo Alto Downtown?
The cost of renting a car at Palo Alto Downtown varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthOctober | Most expensive month March | ||
| Average price $54 | A good deal $105 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type SUVs |
Average rental costs per day at Palo Alto Downtown
$59
$30
$0
Jan
Feb
$54
in March
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
$29
in August
Aug
Sep
$24
in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Palo Alto Downtown is October — when rental costs average $24.05 per day. This is 56% cheaper than the yearly average and 56% cheaper than renting a car in March (when prices average $54.05 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Palo Alto Downtown?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Palo Alto Downtown, travelers are most likely to rent a car in October, while they are least likely to rent in in March.
Monthly searches at Palo Alto Downtown by pick-up date relative to the average
2.2
1.1
0
Jan
Feb
0.5 times in March
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
0.5 times in August
Aug
Sep
2 times in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Palo Alto Downtown?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in August the average rental period is 82 days, while in March, the average rental period is only 7 days.
Average number of rental days at Palo Alto Downtown
90
45
0
Jan
Feb
7 days in March
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
82 days in August
Aug
Sep
31 days in October
Oct
Nov
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Avis, Budget |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Medium cars, SUVs |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $83 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avis | Kia Soul | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Budget | Ford Explorer | 4 | 3 | SUV |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Avis (rated 8.0 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total rental companies
2
Average daily price
$105
Lowest daily price
$83
Total cars available
2
Top 2 suppliers at Palo Alto Downtown in 2026
Avis
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.8
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.1
$128
per day
4230 El Camino Real
Palo Alto
CA-94306
+16504938888
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-12:00
Sun
08:00-12:00
Budget
7.9
Good
Value for money
7.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.9
Car condition
7.9
$83
per day
4230 El Camino Real
6504240684
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-12:00
Sun
08:00-12:00
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Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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