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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Davis

  • When visiting Davis, California, it is advantageous to hire a car, as the town, although small, is spread out, with the university on one end and El Mecaro Country Club on the other. Car hire in Davis is recommended because it allows visitors the freedom to travel around the town with ease and parking is widely available. There are also plenty of attractions in and around the town as well as the outskirts, such as the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, located around 7 miles (11 km) east.
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is a close commercial and international airport to Davis, California; it is located about 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Davis. When landing at Sacramento International Airport, there will be multiple agencies to hire a car in Davis. These agencies are located at the hire car terminal on the airport property. Once you have successfully hired your car, Davis is only about a 30-minutes drive down the I-5.
  • For visitors with car hire in Davis, it is a good idea to keep in mind that Davis is moving toward being a car-free town and, therefore, many cyclists are present on the roads; these cyclists have right of way at intersections. When driving around the university, it is also important to note that it's common for students to step out onto pedestrian crossings without looking, so be vigilant to avoid accidents.
  • Davis is known to have stringent traffic control and officers will occasionally set speed traps, so when driving a car hire in Davis, be sure to maintain the speed limit to avoid a citation. There are also several traffic-slowing measures throughout the town, to reduce speeding in congested areas in and around the university as well as around town centres, public parks and schools. Watch out for these signs, to adhere to traffic laws.
  • Book your car hire in Davis at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard hire cars in Davis are around 12% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Davis

  • What is the best car hire company in Davis?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Davis are Hertz (7.1, 84 reviews), and Budget (6.3, 121 reviews).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Davis?

    The average price of fuel in Davis is $5.26 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $63 and $84, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Davis?

    Standard (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Davis.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Sacramento Intl airport (SMF)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Sacramento Intl airport is Avis.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Sacramento Intl airport (SMF)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Sacramento Intl airport to off-airport locations is Avis.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Davis?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Davis?

    A Standard car hire in Davis costs $154 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Davis?

    A Mini car hire in Davis costs $133 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Davis?

    A Full Size car hire in Davis costs $196 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Davis?

    Davis car hire agencies offer a variety of vehicles depending on your reasons for visiting and which expeditions you wish to carry out. For visiting the town of Davis, a family sedan should suffice, as there is a great amount of parking all over the city and sedans have good fuel efficiency, which is great for city driving. If you are looking to adventure outside of Davis, such as to Stebbins Cold Canyon Natural Reserve, perhaps a larger car would be preferred; the area is mountainous and there are the options of driving off-road. Families should hire a minivan or larger vehicle, as parking in Davis is no issue and it allows families to drive comfortably and safely.

  • What’s the speed limit in Davis?

    When hiring a car in Davis, California, it is wise to be aware of the speed limits and traffic restrictions. Generally, the speed limit will range from 30 mph (50 kph) in business and residential areas throughout the town to 25 mph (40 kph) in school areas and parks where children are present. The speed limit when driving through alleys, crossing intersections or railway crossings sits at 15 mph (25 kph) and the maximum speed limit is 65 mph (105 kph) on highways and motorways, except on double-lane highways without a divider, where the speed limit is in that case 55 mph (89 kph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Davis?

    It may come as a surprise that in downtown Davis, public parking is free for areas that don’t require a permit. However, bear in mind that most of the free parking is subject to time restrictions and traffic officers do habitually enforce these laws. When hiring a car in Davis, it is also important to remember that street parking in some areas from 02:00 to 06:00 is prohibited, to accommodate street cleaning. 

Davis car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

7.5

3 locations in Davis

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Locations in Davis

3006 Evergreen Ave

+1 916 373 0880

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

5055 Chiles Rd

+1 530 753 1300

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

928 Main St

+1 530 668 9900

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
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2.0 Poor

Ronald, May 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

We could have been better informed about the hours. Everything we received said that the location was open until 5 PM. When we got there at 4:30 we learned through a sign on the door that they closed at 4. Lost our money on buying the insurance and had to spend twice as much to get another car that we could pick up at the airport.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Aug 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
No issues with the car itself. But, I was super surprised when the agent tried to pass off an additional 100 bucks as drop-off changes. Fortunately, I noticed while he was asking me to sign off. He did not relent until I actually showed the quote and said I had already agreed on the amount. Then he conveniently blamed it on the system and said it wasn't updated with the offer. In fact, he took credit for getting the waiver! Not done and is extremely unprofessional. Am sure they are passing on these additional charges to gullible customers. Something you need to seriously take up with the rental car firm - they cannot try and cheat customers.

10.0 Wonderful

Sherry, Feb 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
Staff all very welcoming and helpful!

1 out of 1

National

7.7

Good

One location in Davis

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6327 Aviation Dr

+1 833 823 5642

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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Budget

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Best rated

2 locations in Davis

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1700 Olive Drive

+1 530 759 1157

Opening times not available

6420 Mcnair Circle

+1 916 922 4789

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Luxury

KAYAK
Nice car, but renting electric vehicles is difficult for the return.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Pick-up truck

KAYAK
My experience with Budget was great but my experience with kayak was disappointing I was charged for supplemental insurance by a third party which gave the impression that they were associated with budget. When i spoke with the associate at the time of renting the vehicle I specifically stated I didn’t need supplemental insurance and they said ok. I was still charged because the insurance offered on the website has nothing to do with Budget and is basically a scam. You can’t even contact a representative in person to cancel or dispute the charge totally unacceptable business practice. Will not be patronizing Kayak any longer

2.0 Poor

Lorrie, July 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
This location tried to up charge the vehicle charge from 120 to 600 and when I showed him the booking confirmation he claimed it was a mystery car and then came back with oh it’s and EV we have 6 of those available otherwise everything is sold out except the suv for $600/a day.. not what the booking confirmation showed so we rebooked with Enterprise no hikes, gimmicks or price gauging. Simple straightforward and for hundreds less!

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, July 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Car smelled like weed

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, July 2024

People mover

KAYAK
I lost my bag about three days ago and I brought all my clothes and I was very pissed

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, June 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Rental company tried to force me to take an electric vehicle saying it was their choice. I was told the car had a driving range of 200 miles and must be returned with 70% of battery life. Rental companies are stuck with electric cars that are not wanted by renters. This was a bait and switch situation. I was forced to take the large SUV at a higher price.

1 out of 23

Hertz

No score available yet

2 locations in Davis

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1800 Olive Dr Davis

+1 530 792 1368

Monday07:30 - 17:0013:00 - 17:30
Tuesday13:00 - 17:3007:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:0013:00 - 17:30
Thursday13:00 - 17:3007:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:0013:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:30 - 12:00

6327 Aviation Drive

+1 916 920 6400

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2024

Economy

KAYAK
All car rentals are too expensive. Affordable only for the upper middle class, discriminates. Suggestion: consider a different charge for single drivers.

10.0 Wonderful

Ingrid, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Fantastic! The employees couldn’t have been more kind.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Very professional

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
I was charged more than I was quoted when I reserved the car, then they charged me a cleaning fee for sand that would easily vacuum up with the standard interior cleaning they do to every returned car (no mud, staining, or anything that would require scrubbing or a cleaning agent). I rent a lot of cars and have never had these problems. This seems like a blatant rip-off.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Time sto th he clerk window to pick car could have been shorter Kayak should ask fir hertz account number in reservation so Hertz has profile already at checkin. Hertz normally upgrades at pickup as a President circle renter. Through Kayak, no upgrade came. Do I will book directly with hertz later not Kayak!

10.0 Wonderful

Loft Light, Nov 2022

KAYAK
Car was ready, the center was open late and everyone was friendly and professional. Thank you Hertz!

1 out of 16

Avis

No score available yet

One location in Davis

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6520 Mcnair Circle

+1 916 922 5601

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
Good deal…

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Economy

KAYAK
Excellent service, even upgraded my car for free just because I was having a rough day. Sure helped to make it better

10.0 Wonderful

Will, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Pick up and drop off were both quick and simple, staff was helpful and friendly each time.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

They gave us one price on the website then when we checked out at the end of our trip it was more than double. This is not right and a mega scam will never use you guys again.

8.0 Very Good

Larissa, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up and drop off we’re easy

Cons:

Car had some melted chocolate on drivers seat. Could have been cleaner.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff, vehicle

Cons:

At Sacramento airport, they did not honor the amount I had with online reservation. I have $11.00 something on insurance and they sid they have their own insurance at $ 17.00 so I have to get their higher insurance.

1 out of 9

Its Rent a Car

No score available yet

One location in Davis

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Locations in Davis

5100 Chiles Road, Suite 207, Davis, CA

+1 916 890 9758

Opening times not available

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243 travellers who hired a car in Davis gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.7

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