Car Rental in Santa Clara
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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
€44.78
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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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
4
€42.72
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
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
€44.78
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
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
€46.00
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
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
€46.00
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
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
€46.00
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
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
€46.00
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
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
€49.39
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
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
€49.39
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Drop-off information
Santa Clara Downtown
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 21:26 on 22/04/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
€63 per day
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
€1.09 per liter or €4.13 per gallon
Lowest gas price
€0.86 per liter or €3.26 per gallon
Highest gas price
€1.24 per liter or €4.69 per gallon
Top 20 cities near Santa Clara
- San Josefrom €46.91 per day8.7 km / 5.41 miles away
- Palo Altofrom €56.17 per day18.9 km / 11.74 miles away
- Fremontfrom €56.07 per day20.9 km / 12.99 miles away
- Pleasantonfrom €56.07 per day34.1 km / 21.19 miles away
- Foster Cityfrom €61.68 per day35.5 km / 22.06 miles away
- Santa Cruzfrom €56.07 per day43.5 km / 27.03 miles away
- San Ramonfrom €56.07 per day46.5 km / 28.89 miles away
- Oaklandfrom €43.64 per day56.5 km / 35.11 miles away
- Walnut Creekfrom €56.07 per day61.3 km / 38.09 miles away
- San Franciscofrom €30.63 per day62 km / 38.53 miles away
- Berkeleyfrom €56.07 per day63.2 km / 39.27 miles away
- Salinas80.6 km / 50.08 miles away
- San Rafaelfrom €46.13 per day84.8 km / 52.69 miles away
- Montereyfrom €52.85 per day84.9 km / 52.75 miles away
- Vallejofrom €56.07 per day86.7 km / 53.87 miles away
- Stocktonfrom €56.07 per day88.3 km / 54.87 miles away
- Modestofrom €55.97 per day89.9 km / 55.86 miles away
- Fultonfrom €47.63 per day145 km / 90.1 miles away
- Rancho Cordovafrom €56.07 per day147.9 km / 91.9 miles away
- Santa Rosafrom €56.07 per day148 km / 91.96 miles away
Top 20 locations near Santa Clara
- San Jose Airportfrom €46.91 per day2.2 km / 1.37 miles away
- San Jose Eastridge Centerfrom €56.07 per day13.1 km / 8.14 miles away
- Palo Alto Downtownfrom €56.17 per day18.9 km / 11.74 miles away
- Fremont Centervillefrom €56.07 per day21.5 km / 13.36 miles away
- Pleasanton Downtownfrom €56.07 per day34.1 km / 21.19 miles away
- Foster City Downtownfrom €61.68 per day35.5 km / 22.06 miles away
- Santa Cruz Downtownfrom €56.07 per day43.5 km / 27.03 miles away
- Oakland Airportfrom €43.64 per day46.3 km / 28.77 miles away
- San Ramon Downtownfrom €56.07 per day46.5 km / 28.89 miles away
- San Francisco Airportfrom €44.04 per day46.8 km / 29.08 miles away
- San Francisco Southfrom €56.07 per day51.4 km / 31.94 miles away
- Oakland (Downtown)from €55.97 per day56.5 km / 35.11 miles away
- San Francisco Convention Centerfrom €34.16 per day61.1 km / 37.97 miles away
- San Francisco Somafrom €55.97 per day61.2 km / 38.03 miles away
- Walnut Creek Downtownfrom €56.07 per day61.3 km / 38.09 miles away
- San Francisco (Downtown)from €30.63 per day61.5 km / 38.21 miles away
- San Francisco Financial Districtfrom €56.07 per day61.8 km / 38.4 miles away
- San Francisco O'Farrell St.from €43.74 per day62 km / 38.53 miles away
- San Francisco Union Square Downtownfrom €55.97 per day62 km / 38.53 miles away
- San Francisco Little Saigon62.3 km / 38.71 miles away
When to book in Santa Clara and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Clara?
Car rental prices in Santa Clara 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 month | Most expensive month | |
| A good deal €61 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type SUVs |
Average rental costs per day in Santa Clara
€44
€22
€0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
€40
in July
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Clara is July (when prices average €39.79 per day). This is 0% cheaper than the yearly average and 0% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average €39.79).
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 Santa Clara?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Santa Clara is July, and the least popular is July.
Monthly searches in Santa Clara by pick-up date relative to the average
1.1
0.6
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Same as average in July
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in Santa Clara?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in July, the average renter keeps their car for one day, and in July, they keep their car for one day.
Average number of rental days in Santa Clara
1
1
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
1 day in July
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 1 |
| 🤑 Lowest price | €56 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Thrifty (rated 8.2 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
€63
Lowest daily price
€56
Total cars available
9
Top 4 suppliers in Santa Clara in 2026
Thrifty
1 location
8.2
Very Good
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
8.7
Car condition
9.0
€30
per day
Most popular location
1000 Walsh Avenue
Avis
1 location
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
8.2
€62–€67
per day
Most popular location
2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Dollar
1 location
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.5
€62–€67
per day
Most popular location
1000 Walsh Avenue
Budget
1 location
7.9
Good
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.0
€56–€67
per day
Most popular location
2390 Lafayette St
Santa Clara
CA-95050
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