Car hires in Downtown, Oakland

Consider renting a car from Avis, which is currently the best rental agency in Downtown, according to our users, with 9 reviews and an average rating of 7.3/10.

Although there are plenty of other car hire types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to Downtown are Intermediate sized cars. 43% of our users chose this vehicle type and found prices for $85/day on average.

Most people tend to hire a car in Downtown for 30 days which costs, on average, $65 per day. If you plan on hiring a car for one week, then you can expect to pay around $439 total. For a quick weekend hire, the total cost tends to average $211. $2,844 is the average cost of a month-long Downtown road trip car hire.

The best time to hire a car in Downtown is during the month of March, when prices are at their cheapest for the year. If you book 78+ days ahead of your pick-up date, you will often find prices averaging $45 per day. The most expensive month to hire a car in Downtown is September, at $78 per day. However, you might be able to find a better deal depending on what agency you hire from and what type of car you choose.

Prices for cars in Downtown refresh daily.

As of April 2025, there are 16 operators available to choose from for cars in Downtown.

Among different countries, including Downtown, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

To hire a car in Downtown, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.