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Wed, Apr 29 to Thu, Apr 30

Compact

Ford Focus or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Watsonville, California, USA
Ford Focus

CA $94

total
found 2 days ago
Compact Ford Focus
Thu, Apr 30 to Fri, May 1

Economy

Mitsubishi Mirage or similar
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Watsonville, California, USA
Mitsubishi Mirage

CA $92

total
found 10 hours ago
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage
Wed, Apr 29 to Thu, Apr 30

Midsize

Mazda 3 4-door or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Watsonville, California, USA
Mazda 3 4-door

CA $97

total
found 2 days ago
Midsize Mazda 3 4-door
Thu, Apr 30 to Fri, May 1

Special

Vehicle determined upon pick-up Compact or Larger or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Santa Cruz, California, USA
Vehicle determined upon pick-up Compact or Larger

CA $96

total
found 10 hours ago
Special Vehicle determined upon pick-up Compact or Larger
Thu, Apr 30 to Fri, May 1

Standard

Volkswagen Jetta or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Watsonville, California, USA
Volkswagen Jetta

CA $102

total
found 10 hours ago
Standard Volkswagen Jetta
Thu, Apr 30 to Fri, May 1

Full Size

Chevrolet Malibu or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Watsonville, California, USA
Chevrolet Malibu

CA $104

total
found 10 hours ago
Full Size Chevrolet Malibu
Thu, Apr 30 to Fri, May 1

Luxury

Chrysler 300 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Santa Cruz, California, USA
Chrysler 300

CA $108

total
found 10 hours ago
Luxury Chrysler 300
Thu, Apr 30 to Fri, May 1

Premium

Nissan Maxima or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Santa Cruz, California, USA
Nissan Maxima

CA $109

total
found 10 hours ago
Premium Nissan Maxima
Tue, Apr 28 to Wed, Apr 29

Full Size Elite Pickup Regular Cab

Ram 2500 Crew or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Santa Cruz, California, USA
Ram 2500 Crew

CA $141

total
found 3 hours ago
Full Size Elite Pickup Regular Cab Ram 2500 Crew
Wed, Apr 29 to Thu, Apr 30

Mini Van

CHRYSLER PACIFICA or similar
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Watsonville, California, USA
CHRYSLER PACIFICA

CA $180

total
found 2 days ago
Mini Van CHRYSLER PACIFICA

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Car Rental Information

Popular car types:
SUV, Full Size, Economy
Car suppliers available:
Our best deal of the day:
CA $92
Our second best deal of the day:
CA $94
Our third best deal of the day:
CA $96
From the airport to your hotel:
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Frequently asked questions

How much is a rental car per day in Santa Cruz?
Daily rental prices were as low as CA $92 within the past seven days. With rates like this, getting around Santa Cruz in your own set of wheels is an affordable and convenient way to see the sights.
Can I rent a car from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
You sure can. Once you get to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), you'll locate the rental outlets directly across from Terminal B. Arrange a ride with Dollar, Enterprise or Alamo. Thrifty and Fox are also worth having a look at.
What happens if I need to cancel my Santa Cruz car reservation?
When you cancel at least six hours prior to collecting the car, the majority of prepaid bookings qualify for a complete refund. However, not every one is eligible for this, so it's important to understand your cancellation policy. Read through your itinerary for the details or visit our Customer Service Portal to find out more.
Where can I go on a road trip from Santa Cruz?
Once you've been to all of the interesting attractions in Santa Cruz, there's plenty more to discover in the surrounding area. Grab the keys to a rental car, stow your luggage in the trunk and take to the open road. We've pulled together some drives you're sure to enjoy:

  • You'll find Six Flags Hurricane Harbour Concord and loads of other intriguing sights in Concord. From Santa Cruz, it's about 113 kilometres away.
  • Your next pit stop? Make it San Francisco, which is around 97 kilometres away. Pier 39 is one local hot spot you shouldn't miss.
  • Venture into the outdoors and inhale the fresh air at Glacier Point. It's 225 kilometres from Santa Cruz.

How do I find the best car rental deals in Santa Cruz with Expedia?
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How old do you have to be to rent a car in Santa Cruz?
Anyone with a valid driver's licence 21 and over can rent a vehicle in Santa Cruz. While some suppliers may be willing to rent to drivers younger than 21, a fee will be added. Find out what ages the young renter fee applies to, and what it costs, before booking your ride. Suppliers also restrict the categories of cars available to young drivers. Higher age limits apply for luxury and specialty vehicles.
What do you need to rent a car in Santa Cruz?
A valid driver's licence and a credit card in the same name are essentials. Don't want to take out the company's insurance plan? If that's the case, you may need proof of other coverage. Rules can differ between rental suppliers, so have a thorough read of your policy.
What is the cheapest car rental in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has no doubt had some very happy rental car drivers lately. Daily rates within the past seven days were as low as CA $92 and CA $94. These rates were available on Expedia, with a rental starting date within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change and additional terms apply.
Can I rent a car for a month or longer in Santa Cruz?
You can rent a car for a month or even longer in Santa Cruz, so go ahead and extend your getaway! Simply enter your trip information into our long-term car rental deals page and find your perfect ride.
Where can I find a Santa Cruz car rental if I am younger than 25?
Some Santa Cruz outlets will rent cars to drivers under 25 years old, and others won't. Policies differ between suppliers, so you'll have to do your homework. Also, find out if there are extra costs. Some businesses will pass on a surcharge to young customers between 21 and 24. Always look through the terms and conditions so you know what to expect.

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