Car hires in Santa Maria, California

The majority of the Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria such as Hertz, Avis, and Budget often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

Santa Maria’s speed limit is 40 km/h when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in Santa Maria is 120 km/h and the speed limit for motorways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

Turo has the Tesla Model 3 (and other similar Luxury vehicles) for hire in Santa Maria. You can expect to hire the Tesla Model 3 in Santa Maria from Turo for $185/day on average.

Typically, the weather in Santa Maria through the month of February is 11 °C and the expected precipitation is 70 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.

The climate in California during February is usually 12 °C with an expected 85.1 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Santa Maria on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

Prices for cars in Santa Maria were last updated today.

As of February 2025, there are 17 operators available to choose from for cars in Santa Maria.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Santa Maria. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to hire a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Santa Maria, 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 hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.