San Francisco Pickup Truck Hire

Nissan Frontier

or similar PICKUPTRUCK

R709/day

Ford F-150

or similar PICKUPTRUCK

R929/day

Tesla Cybertruck

or similar PICKUPTRUCK

R1 534/day

Toyota Tundra

or similar PICKUPTRUCK

R762/day

RAM Pickup

or similar PICKUPTRUCK

R1 293/day

GMC Canyon

or similar PICKUPTRUCK

R3 079/day

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Since both the city of San Francisco and its surrounding communities offer so many great outdoor activities to choose from, having a San Francisco pickup truck rental is a great way to explore this area with all of the gear you may need to take with you. Whether that means packing up your kayak and going sea kayaking on the San Francisco Bay or renting some bicycles and making a trip to the top of some of San Francisco's famous hills to go for a scenic ride, a pickup truck is a recommended option.
One of the best things about traveling to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the fact that they have a large rental car center with a variety of different rental car companies operating there. When you depart from your plane and head out into the terminal buildings, you can hop aboard the Air Train Blue Line for service from all the terminal buildings at the airport to the rental car center. Hertz, Thrifty, and National all offer pickup trucks at their airport locations.
One of the unusual things about driving a San Francisco pickup truck rental are the number of quirky and unusual roads you will find in the city. This includes things like the famous Lombard Street, which is a long s-shaped road in the center of the city. Several streets have steep hills that you should know about before driving your pickup truck in San Francisco. One other thing to note is that parking can be a challenge in quite a few parts of the San Francisco area.
Like any major city in the United States, this city is prone to difficult driving conditions during the morning and evening rush-hour times for San Francisco pickup truck rentals. This will be especially true along Interstate 280, Highway 101, or anytime you are driving in Downtown San Francisco. One thing of special note for those driving a pickup truck is that because of the often wet road conditions that exist in this area, it is important to be mindful of traction concerns, especially in a pickup truck when it is empty in the back.
Book your pickup truck hire in San Francisco at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
January is typically the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in San Francisco, with prices around R61 per day. The most expensive month is July, with average prices of R81 per day.

What are some of the most convenient locations I can rent a pickup truck in San Francisco?
Renting at the San Francisco International Airport is a good option due to the number of rental car companies that are available that offer pickup trucks. If you are looking for a location that is closer to the center of San Francisco, the Avis location in Telegraph Hill is a good choice, and so is the Avis location in Chinatown. Another good choice is the Budget location near Union Square in Downtown San Francisco.
What is the most reliable type of pickup truck to rent in San Francisco?
One of the most reliable and worry-free pickup trucks you can rent are the Toyota pickups you will find at the Avis location in Embarcadero Center. You can also find a Toyota truck at the Turo rental car location in the South Market neighborhood. Another good option are the Toyotas that you will find at the Budget location on O Farrell St in the heart of Downtown San Francisco.
Where's should I take my pickup truck on a day trip from San Francisco?
With so many magnificent locations near San Francisco, the possibilities with your pickup truck are endless. One option would be to visit the rugged outdoor beauty of Yosemite National Park. Another recommended spot is to make the drive south down the coast to the seaside wonder of Carmel and Monterey Bay. A closer option would be to make the drive to the historic Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz.
How does KAYAK find such low pickup truck hire prices?
KAYAK compares pickup truck hire prices from all major car hire companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.

Alamo

8,8

Very Good

Read 57 reviews

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.3

4 locations in San Francisco

Locations in San Francisco

340 O Farrell St

+1 888 826 6893

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350 Beach St

+1 415 474 9600

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687 Folsom St

+1 415 882 9440

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780 North Mcdonnell Rd

+1 844 370 8302

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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Luxury

Agent was great at desk. When we got to car pick up we were offered an Audi SUV. Even though it was only a year old it was quite used. Also very uncomfortable seats to drive in. We drove a lot and not suitable for it. Also no charger for phones unless you had an older one. Radio not that wonderful either. Had rented and paid for a luxury vehicle that one had it in name only. Not pleased.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

People carrier

It was hard to check for damage on the car because of the lighting in the garage and the vehicle not being clean

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Premium SUV

Excellent customer care, easy p/u process, great car and drop off was no problem. Enjoyed the entire experience start to finish, and that's saying a lot for what is usually not a very lovable aspect of travel.

10,0 Wonderful

Roland, Jul 2024

Standard

Difficult to determine exact return location at both SFO and PSP. And at PSP no attendant to guide process upon arrival. Otherwise employees were very efficient polite helpful and friendly

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Luxury

Nothing! All went well.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate

Tim at San Francisco airport was fantastic.

Sixt

7,5

Good

Read 121 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.4

6 locations in San Francisco

Locations in San Francisco

1365 Columbus Ave

+1 888 749 8227

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325 Mason St Suite 9

+1 888 749 8227

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475 S Van Ness Ave

+1 888 749 8227

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7 S Linden Ave

+1 415 658 9800

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780 N McDonnell Rd

+1 888 749 8227

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801 Powell Street

+1 888 749 8227

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8,0 Very Good

Misha, Sept 2024

Full-size

Good experience, nice staff! Super modern car that had no problems. I wish however there were more possibility to pick-up and drop-off the car outside usual working hours. On the weekend, they were only open until 3pm for drop-off. But all in all good experience! Thank you Asu for helping us!

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size

Excellent from beginning to end

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate SUV

CSR at pick up was very friendly and helpful!

10,0 Wonderful

CAROL, Jun 2024

People carrier

Went very well. Quick at the counter and easy return. The car didn't have all the bells and whistles but it was clean and worked

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Luxury

Eric was great.

2,0 Poor

Sarah, Dec 2023

Intermediate

I was not given a damage slip or told to look at the damage ahead of time on my rental car. I was told (through an email) that a scratch was there that had not been there before my rental. I drove the car the entire time with the exception of valets at my hotel and did not cause damage. Because I did not get to inspect it and was not given a form to do so, I do not have evidence that something happened under my watch and just have to take their word. I also would have liked them to tell me when I turned the car in, as I did not have a chance to see what they are saying I did. It all feels pretty unfair. This could have been resolved if they had given me a damage form ahead of time.

Budget

7,4

Good

Read 127 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.0

6 locations in San Francisco

Locations in San Francisco

333 O'farrell Street

+1 628 895 0436

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5 Embarcadero Center

+1 415 433 3717

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500 Beach Street, Suite 120

+1 415 292 3683

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675 Post Street

+1 415 674 1917

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780 Mcdonnell Road

+1 650 877 0998

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821 Howard Street

+1 415 957 9998

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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate SUV

Good

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Full-size

Pick up was very good

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Sept 2024

People carrier

The van was not charged when picked up.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

It was advertised as "you will only be charged if you pick up the car" but was then charged even though I was unable to pick up the car on account of changes travel plans. I am really unhappy with this service.

10,0 Wonderful

Janet, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

The representative was nice and helpful

6,0 Okay

S, Jun 2024

Luxury

We didn't get the car we chose on Kayak

Hertz

6,4

Okay

Read 127 reviews

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.3

Value for money

6.3

11 locations in San Francisco

Locations in San Francisco

1398 Bryant St

+1 415 934 0529

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177 S Airport Blvd. South

+1 650 624 6391

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241 10th Street

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325 Mason Street

+1 415 771 2200

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364 O'farrell Street

+1 415 264 2441

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3911 Alemany Blvd Suite 1003

+1 650 994 1192

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3928 Geary Blvd.

+1 415 387 0136

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780 Mcdonnell Road

+1 650 624 6600

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780 Mission Street

+1 415 957 9425

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840 Ellis Street

+1 415 923 1119

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950 Mason St

+1 415 398 3944

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Full-size

A smooth experience. When I didn't like the car and asked for a replacement, they didn't express any disapproval — instead, they supported me and suggested an another car which was great. The only drawback was nearly 40min wait in the line.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Intermediate

In the SFO airport, at the Hertz service desk, the Filipino lady was speaking very rudely. When I told her that I would complaint online, then she started to change her tone. This kind of staffs will spoil the name of Hertz.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Full-size

Happy with service

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate

The service person at front desk was not friendly. Car was not detail cleaned. Returning address printed on ticket. Lots of surcharges which made the internet price misleading.

6,0 Okay

Rachel, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

They had me check in online, and then said I couldn't check in online as I bought through a voucher. Then said i couldn't pick out a car online, then stood in the LONG LONG line at the airport counter, at which point they messaged me to pick out a car online and they WOULD let me skip the line and go directly to my car (saving me at least 1 1/2 hrs.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Standard SUV

Hi I was charged twice for my rental car. I've emailed kayak and Hertz and have not heard back. I'm upset that I've paid an extra $870 for my rental and have not received any response as to how to be refunded for this mistake. Thank you

Thrifty

5,7

Fair

Read 214 reviews

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

5.7

4 locations in San Francisco

Locations in San Francisco

364 O'farrell Street

+1 415 771 5332

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500 Beach St #121

+1 415 674 8330

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780 Mcdonnell Rd

+1 877 283 0898

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840 Ellis Street

+1 415 923 1119

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Supplier choice

Even though we had a car reserved and used the online check-in, we had to wait for almost an hour in line (and then check in again). They did not have the car we reserved available (even though we reserved it not long in advance). The bathrooms were disgusting.

2,0 Poor

kristy, Oct 2024

Full-size SUV

My poor experience about pricing transparency. The cost of the rental car was 30% more than the kayak quote, and the initial estimate from thrifty. I was charged the additional 30% after returning the car, and had zero add ons. The receipt / charges are extremely unclear what the additional cost was. I attempted to reach out to their customer service and the process is to send a vague complaint form . I feel like I was scammed- but have no recourse- I definitely will not be using thrifty ever again. Also in the car pick up, the process took more than an hour and the first car had a check engine light on, that I needed to change cars

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

Terrible. Just pay the extra $20-40 and go with Alamo. They were not ready with our car, they were not giving updates, we waited an hour. Finally we went to the Alamo counter and asked how quickly we could get a car... it was immediately. I tried to cancel my thrifty reservation that was free to cancel and the chat support was giving me attitude and not allowing me to cancel. After some back and forth I called and canceled with ease. THEN, the car was "ready"... Never again!

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact

They overcharged us without explanation. They also have no clear support line in solving these issues

2,0 Poor

Wesley, Sept 2024

People carrier

In advance of our trip I made a reservation for a van for my family of 6. When we arrived they did not have one available. They gave us a Traverse which is a SUV with a third row. There was room for my family to sit in it but there was no room for our luggage. I expected at making a reservation for a specific vehicle that it would be there. Isn't that the whole point of a reservation? I also felt very pressured to buy a bunch of their rental options even after saying no.

2,0 Poor

nav, Aug 2024

Intermediate SUV

Internal panels were squeaking, didn't feel like it was a 2023 model. Plus all tyres had different tyre pressure

Dollar

5,3

Fair

Read 113 reviews

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.4

Value for money

5.5

6 locations in San Francisco

Locations in San Francisco

2500 Mason Street

+1 866 434 2226

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325 Mason Street

+1 415 771 2200

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364 O Farrell St

+1 415 771 5302

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500 Beach Street

+1 415 674 8330

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780 Mcdonnell Rd

+1 866 434 2226

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840 Ellis Street

+1 415 923 1119

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