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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Alameda
- To gain movement flexibility to and from your destinations in Alameda, CA, you should consider renting a car from any of the several car rentals in Alameda. Unlike the Alameda public means of transport that follows fixed routes and schedules, your rented car from Alameda car rentals will allow you to conveniently traverse different parts of the city with minimum limitations on the route or the schedule. With your rented car, you will find it easy to access the Crown Memorial State Beach, Frank Bette Center for the Arts, and Alameda Theatre & Cineplex.
- Most travelers flying in Alameda would land at Oakland International Airport (OAK). OAK is located about 4.8 miles from the city center. For convenient movement within and outside Alameda, consider renting your car from any of the Alameda car rentals at OAK. Among the car rental agencies at OAK are; Alamo, Avis, Budget, and Dollar. All these car rental agencies are housed at the OAK’s car rental center. The center is located at 7600 Earhart Road, Oakland. From your arrival terminal, you will walk to the rental car shuttle waiting area to board your free Rental Car Shuttle buses to the car rental center.
- When driving your rented car from the car rentals in Alameda through the Downtown San Francisco Bay Area, you will need to be very observant, careful, and attentive. During holidays and weekends, the area is full of international and local tourists. As they leisurely take a stroll down the sidewalks, they cross from one side to the other without considering an oncoming motorist. To avoid getting involved in accidents related to jaywalking, you should therefore consider maintaining reasonable speed and not exceeding the posted speed limits.
- Common to any other city in the world, Alameda’s roads’ traffic flow varies. The city experiences both morning and evening rush or commute hours. Between 7 am, and 9 am, most roads heading to the city center face traffic snarl-ups. Between 5 pm and 7 pm, most roads heading away from the central business district report traffic jams. During holidays and weekends, the traffic flow on most roads would average be smooth. You will, however, still need to maintain the recommended speed limits on the major roads so as to avoid confrontations with law enforcement agencies. For your movement convenience, you may need to reorganize your schedules so as to take advantage of the off-peak hours or consider using less congested feeder roads.
- Book your car hire in Alameda at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini hire cars in Alameda are around 81% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Alameda
How much is the price of fuel in Alameda?
The average price of fuel in Alameda is R69,79 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R837 and R1 117, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Alameda?
Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Alameda.
How can I find car hires near me in Alameda?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Alameda?
A Mini car hire in Alameda costs R2 894 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Alameda?
A Standard car hire in Alameda costs R3 734 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Alameda?
An Intermediate car hire in Alameda costs R1 073 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Alameda?
When renting your car from several car rentals in Alameda, you may consider your destinations or the number of people who would be using the car. If your destinations are located within the city center, then a compact car would serve the purpose. A compact car can be squeezed into limited parking lot spaces. If you are traveling with four or more people, a minibus or an SUV car type forms part of your options. With an SUV, you will, however, be forced to reserve some parking lot spaces.
What’s the speed limit in Alameda?
To remain on the right side of the law when driving your rented car from the car rentals in Alameda, you will need to observe reasonable driving guidelines and speed limits. Unless otherwise posted, you will have to maintain a 65 mph speed limit on most highways, 55 mph on two-lane undivided highways, 25 mph speed limit on the major streets in Alameda, and 15 mph when driving through the alleys.
Where are the best places to park in Alameda?
To benefit from free parking in Alameda, you may consider booking a hotel offering free onsite parking. If you fail to access one, you will be forced to budget for your rented car from the car rentals in Alameda’s parking in the metered parking lots. Among the parking lots to consider is the 713 Santa Clara Ave-based Alameda West End Lot.
Alameda car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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2 locations in Alameda
Locations in Alameda
2307 Blanding Ave Unit A
+1 510 523 5722
25 Embarcadero Cove
+1 510 532 0444
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Fox
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One location in Alameda
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7600 Earhart Road
+1 510 254 4410
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8,0 Very Good
May 2021
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Staff was helpful and friendly.Cons:
Better value than Hertz or Dollar.8,0 Very Good
May 2021
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better explanation of toll fees upront8,0 Very Good
May 2021
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Slow check in10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Friendly service. No wait. New car.Cons:
Assistance in finding vehicle2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
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Make sure that the vehicles are clean and in good working order have to turn in 2 vehicles and the third one the seat belt was not working in the back seat And the people who received vehicles should be a little nicer10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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YESBudget
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One location in Alameda
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7600 Earhart Road
+1 510 729 5021
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10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
2,0 Poor
Oct 2022
2,0 Poor
Oct 2022
10,0 Wonderful
May 2022
8,0 Very Good
May 2021
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Plenty of room inside the truck.Hertz
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7600 Earhart Road, Suite 1
+1 510 633 4300
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10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2022
10,0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Super easy drop off. Very friendly employees!Cons:
Website a little overwhelming.TMI6,0 Okay
May 2021
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The pickup was fairly smooth. The selection wasn't great.Cons:
More selection would've been nice. Should've gone with Hertz or Avis.2,0 Poor
Oct 2020
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I wasn’t even able to get the car. NothingCons:
Auto cancellation for places being over booked4,8 Mediocre
Oct 2020
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Waited an hour to pick up the car from Oakland airport. Once inside it didn't smell or look very clean. The Passat they gave me got great gas mileage though.Payless
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One location in Alameda
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7600 Earhart Road
+1 510 638 1000
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10,0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Very easy to drop offCons:
I booked through a 3rd party and they accepted my reservation but when I arrived they said they were sold out for a few days. They were able to help me but stressed me out about it first. 3rd party should know exact inventory to prevent this.2,0 Poor
May 2021
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Bad service didn't know I had to have a ticket2,0 Poor
May 2021
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Sorry my bad. I screwed up. Will actually not fully my fault. I did indicate I wanted to rent from SFO airport and it also apparently gave me options for Oakland airport rentals and I rented a car from there without realizing. Duh! Will anyway it was nonrefundable and I'm screwed out of $140. So since kayak sent me a request via email for a review of my car rental it's fair to say it didn't go so well!2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
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I reserved the car and was scheduled to pick it up at 8PM. I showed up a little bit late, and I assume this would be no problem, because the Oakland Airport Rental Car Center is open 24 hours a day. When I got to the car rental center, no one was at the Payless desk, and another lady told me that Payless closes at 8PM. So why would I be allowed to reserve a car for pickup at the time that the desk closes? So anyway, I had to change my trip plans because I had no rental car.6,0 Okay
Mar 2021
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Grossly understaffed. No service at return. No record of return when I called next day. Under investigation.10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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The staff were incredibly patient and kind.Avis
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One location in Alameda
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7600 Earhart Road
+1 510 577 6360
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2,0 Poor
Jan 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
2,0 Poor
Oct 2023
2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
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I could have been told about their policy of requiring a flight number to book9,2 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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Drop off staff in Modesto was really nice.Cons:
Car rental companies consistently want to up sell, and push their own insurance.4,0 Mediocre
Jun 2023
National
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One location in Alameda
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7600 Earhart Rd
+1 833 659 1912
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5,9 Fair
Aug 2021
Goldcar Rental SP
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One location in Alameda
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7600 Earhart Rd Car Rental Center Oakland Ca
+1 510 254 4410
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Rhodium
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One location in Alameda
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Oakland Airport. On-airport. Oakland International Airport. 7600 Earhart Road, Car Rental Center.
+1 510 254 4410
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7600 Earhart Road
+1 914 368 0091
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