Modesto car hire

Since you will generally not be dealing with major weather events in the Central Valley, the recommended Modesto car rentals are economy or compact cars. This will allow you to safely navigate the busy highways surrounding Modesto. These vehicles also have better fuel efficiency than larger vehicles if you are looking to make the drive to the Bay Area, or even Yosemite National Park.

The speed limits within Modesto are generally 25mph in residential areas, with 35mph limits on major streets. Highway 99 has a variety of speed limits as it progresses north and south through California but sticks to 65mph while passing through Modesto city limits. There are many county roads that surround the city, which generally have a speed limit of 55mph.

There are three parking garages in Modesto, located at 8th Street and L Street, 11th Street and K Street, and 11th Street and J Street. These parking garages cost approximately $1.25 per hour with a maximum of $15. There are also pay-per-spot parking lots throughout the city, with the same hourly rate and maximum.

The average price of fuel in Modesto is €2.99 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €36 and €48, depending on the car size.

Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Modesto.

Car hire companies onsite at San Francisco airport include Avis, Fox, Dollar and Europcar.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Francisco airport to off-airport locations include Avis, Fox, Dollar and Europcar.

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

A Mini car hire in Modesto costs €105 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Modesto costs €67 per day, on average.

A Premium car hire in Modesto costs €186 per day, on average.