Car hire in San Luis Obispo, California

The majority of the San Luis Obispo car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in San Luis Obispo such as Avis, Budget, and Hertz often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

We recommend hiring an Economy car when visiting San Luis Obispo during the month of January. While an Economy car doesn’t handle ice and snow very well, it is an ideal car for mild temperatures and rain. In January, San Luis Obispo experiences temperatures averaging 12 °C and 94 mm of precipitation - ideal conditions for renting an Economy car. Hiring a Economy in San Luis Obispo will cost you £35/day on average.

San Luis Obispo’s speed limit is 25 mph when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in San Luis Obispo is 75 mph and the speed limit for motorways is 75 mph. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

Typically, the weather in San Luis Obispo through the month of December is 11 °C and the expected precipitation is 102 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

Those looking to hire a car in San Luis Obispo for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in California during the month of December usually is around 11 °C with 68.6 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in San Luis Obispo are refreshed on a daily basis.

The number of operators available for cars in San Luis Obispo is 12 as of December 2024.

Among different countries, including San Luis Obispo, 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 rental company you're considering before booking.

When renting a car in San Luis Obispo, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.