Your One-Way Rental Car with SIXT
SIXT offers the opportunity of affordable rates on one-way car rental to destinations such as driving from San Francisco to Los Angeles with no one-way fee. This service from SIXT allows you the chance and freedom to pick up a rental car in one city and return it to another location. Our deals on one way rental can be great for relocating, road trip adventures, or for when you are continuing your journey by another mode of transportation. No matter what the occasion for a one way rental, you can count on the premium car rental services provided by SIXT rent a car while exploring more on your travels.
How to Reserve a Car Rental One Way
Booking a car rental one-way with SIXT is quick and easy:
1. Start your booking by entering your pick-up and drop-off locations.
2. Choose your rental dates and select the vehicle category that suits your needs.
3. SIXT will automatically show you availability details.
4. Complete your booking online and get ready for a smooth pick-up and drop-off experience.
Why choose a specific car category?

One-Way Convertible Rental
Feel the ocean breeze in your hair on your drive between San Francisco and Los Angeles. SIXT offers a wide variety of convertible rental models to allow you to truly experience the California coastline. Choose SIXT convertible for your one-way car rental.

One-Way SUV Rental
Travel down the coastline in comfort with SIXT SUV rental. With a spacious SUV, your trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles can be one of luxury for all passengers. Experience the coastline drive without sacrificing any room in one of our many available SUV rentals.

One-Way Luxury Car Rental
California is all about luxury and with our exotic rental cars, your trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles allows you to feel and drive like a celebrity. With a large variety of luxury car rentals, SIXT rent a car is the perfect option to take your trip to the next level of luxury and elegance.
FAQs
Yes! SIXT allows one-way rentals from San Francisco to Los Angeles area locations including LAX Airport, Downtown Los Angeles, and Long Beach.
Yes, unlimited mileage is included on one-way car rentals from San Francisco to Los Angeles at no extra charge. Drive as many miles as you need without worrying about mileage fees. Your rental agreement will confirm the unlimited mileage included with your reservation.
Yes, drivers aged 21-24 can rent one-way with an Underage Driver Fee. Young Drivers under 25 are limited to Economy through Full-size Sedans, Midsize SUVs, and Minivans. Luxury and specialty vehicles are not available. A valid driver's license is required throughout the rental period.
No, there is no one-way rental fee for dropping off your vehicle in Los Angeles when picking up in San Francisco. You'll only pay for your rental rate and any optional add-ons you select. All charges will be clearly displayed during booking and itemized in your rental agreement at pick-up.
Drive between San Francisco Los Angeles with no one-way fee!
The California coastline is one of the most beautiful, scenic drives in all of the United States. Experience the drive from San Francisco to Los Angeles with great deals and affordable rates from SIXT one-way car rental. With a one-way car rental from SIXT, you can enjoy the unique, differing experience these two California cities offer. With a large available fleet in both cities, you can choose from many models including economy, convertible, SUV and luxury rentals to fit your travel needs. Don't worry about making a return trip and truly enjoy this one of a kind journey with SIXT rent a car.
There are two main options for the drive between San Francisco and Los Angeles. You can follow the US Hwy 101 for 420 miles which often offers beautiful coastal views or take the Interstate 5, which is typically faster but not very scenic. Whichever way you decide to drive, there are opportunities to make stops along the way for sightseeing, food and gas. Pick-up your car rental at San Francisco Airport and drop it off at Los Angeles Airport.
- You can make a detour to Santa Cruz or Monterey before heading further south
- Play around in the sand dunes of Pismo Beach
- Spend time in the pretty city of Santa Barbara
- Head out to the Channel Islands on a whale watching boat trip from Ventura or Oxnard

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- Denver to Los Angeles
- Denver to Las Vegas
- Chicago to Indianapolis
- Atlanta to Miami
- Tampa to Miami
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