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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$53.32
per day
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Hyundai Kona
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$69.33
per day
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Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$78.25
per day
In terminal
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Kia Rio
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$54.51
per day
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$59.48
per day
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Dodge Durango
or similar Premium Crossover
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$85.45
per day
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Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$99.35
per day
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$101.01
per day
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 15:00 on 30/10/26. 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
- Most popular car rental deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 cities near San Luis Obispo
- Top 20 locations near San Luis Obispo
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in San Luis Obispo and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 28, 2026)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 3 suppliers in San Luis Obispo in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$75 per day
Average car rental length
4 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
$1.25 per liter or $4.73 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.12 per liter or $4.24 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.58 per liter or $5.98 per gallon
Top 20 cities near San Luis Obispo
- Santa Barbarafrom $67.47 per day129.6 km / 80.53 miles away
- Bakersfieldfrom $69.89 per day149.4 km / 92.83 miles away
- Visaliafrom $74.23 per day170 km / 105.63 miles away
- Fresnofrom $56.76 per day179.8 km / 111.72 miles away
- Montereyfrom $56.59 per day183.9 km / 114.27 miles away
- Santa Monicafrom $47.96 per day243.3 km / 151.18 miles away
- Burbankfrom $64.28 per day247.3 km / 153.67 miles away
- Beverly Hillsfrom $60.40 per day247.9 km / 154.04 miles away
- San Josefrom $45.59 per day250.9 km / 155.9 miles away
- Hollywoodfrom $78.25 per day251.3 km / 156.15 miles away
- Los Angelesfrom $55.58 per day258.7 km / 160.75 miles away
- Long Beachfrom $61.82 per day281.9 km / 175.16 miles away
- Anaheimfrom $37.86 per day295.5 km / 183.62 miles away
- Mammoth Lakesfrom $62.13 per day303.3 km / 188.46 miles away
- Ontariofrom $64.27 per day308.2 km / 191.51 miles away
- Santa Anafrom $55.24 per day312.1 km / 193.93 miles away
- Oaklandfrom $55.80 per day315.1 km / 195.79 miles away
- San Franciscofrom $32.14 per day319.3 km / 198.4 miles away
- Riversidefrom $74.23 per day328.1 km / 203.87 miles away
- Sacramentofrom $46.58 per day381.2 km / 236.87 miles away
Top 20 locations near San Luis Obispo
- Santa Barbara Airportfrom $67.47 per day121 km / 75.19 miles away
- Meadows Field Airportfrom $69.89 per day146.6 km / 91.09 miles away
- Monterey Regional Airportfrom $56.59 per day179.9 km / 111.78 miles away
- Fresno Airportfrom $56.76 per day186.4 km / 115.82 miles away
- Burbank Airportfrom $64.28 per day242.3 km / 150.56 miles away
- Los Angeles Airportfrom $64.28 per day254.4 km / 158.08 miles away
- San Jose Airportfrom $45.59 per day257.7 km / 160.13 miles away
- Los Angeles (Downtown)from $55.58 per day258.7 km / 160.75 miles away
- Pasadena Downtownfrom $76.26 per day262.3 km / 162.99 miles away
- Long Beach Airportfrom $65.96 per day281.6 km / 174.98 miles away
- San Francisco Airportfrom $53.53 per day301.7 km / 187.47 miles away
- Oakland Airportfrom $55.80 per day304.9 km / 189.46 miles away
- Ontario Airportfrom $64.27 per day311.2 km / 193.37 miles away
- John Wayne Airportfrom $55.24 per day312.1 km / 193.93 miles away
- San Francisco Union Square Downtownfrom $32.14 per day319.3 km / 198.4 miles away
- Sacramento International Airportfrom $56.76 per day388.4 km / 241.34 miles away
- Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airportfrom $59.28 per day406.5 km / 252.59 miles away
- Palm Springs Airportfrom $66.01 per day413.2 km / 256.75 miles away
- San Diego Airportfrom $52.91 per day427.3 km / 265.51 miles away
- San Diego Cross Border Xpressfrom $129.28 per day456.1 km / 283.41 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
San Luis Obispo Airport
3 rental locations
B
San Luis Obispo South
2 rental locations
When to book in San Luis Obispo and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo?
Car rental prices in San Luis Obispo vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthJanuary | Most expensive month July | |
| A good deal $64 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type Large cars |
Average rental costs per day in San Luis Obispo
$73
$36
$0
$31
in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
$50
in April
Apr
May
Jun
$66
in July
Jul
Aug
$48
in September
Sep
Oct
$38
in November
Nov
$53
in December
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo is January (when prices average $30.61 per day). This is 37% cheaper than the yearly average and 54% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $66.08).
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's the most popular month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in San Luis Obispo is April, and the least popular is January.
Monthly searches in San Luis Obispo by pick-up date relative to the average
2.4
1.2
0
0.4 times in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
2.2 times in April
Apr
May
Jun
0.4 times in July
Jul
Aug
1.1 times in September
Sep
Oct
1.1 times in November
Nov
0.8 times in December
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in San Luis Obispo?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 7 days, and in July, they keep their car for 2 days.
Average number of rental days in San Luis Obispo
8
4
0
7 days in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
3 days in April
Apr
May
Jun
2 days in July
Jul
Aug
2 days in September
Sep
Oct
3 days in November
Nov
4 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 2 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Budget, Avis |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, large cars, SUVs, vans |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $53 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Kia Rio | 4 | Small car |
| Budget | Toyota RAV4 | 4 | SUV |
| Budget | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 5 | SUV |
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Large car |
| Budget | Chrysler Pacifica | 4 | Van |
| Budget | Volkswagen Jetta | 4 | Large car |
| Avis | Toyota Camry | 4 | Large car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 28, 2026)
Prices are lowest during January, starting at $31 for an Economy car and highest in July, when economy cars start at $66. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in San Luis Obispo is April, while the least popular month is January.
San Luis Obispo hosts: National, Budget, Avis. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
National (rated 8.5 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Avis (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total rental companies
3
Average daily price
$75
Lowest daily price
$53
Total cars available
90
Top 3 suppliers in San Luis Obispo in 2026
National
1 location
8.5
Very Good
Value for money
8.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
8.9
$69–$264
per day
Most popular location
975 Airport Dr
Budget
2 locations
8.1
Good
2 ratings
Value for money
7.9
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.2
$53–$104
per day
Most popular location
San Luis Obispo Airport, 975 Airport Dr,
Ste 5, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Avis
2 locations
7.9
Average
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.8
Car condition
8.0
$78–$157
per day
Most popular location
333 Madonna Rd
San Luis Obispo
CA-93405
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