Planning a road trip from San Diego to San Francisco? Explore the West Coast in a one-way campervan rental.
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Distance: Approximately 30 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour
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Distance: Approximately 75 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours
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Distance: Approximately 75 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours
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Distance: Approximately 45 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour
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Distance: Approximately 90 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 2 to 2.5 hours
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Distance: Approximately 30 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour
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Distance: Approximately 40 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour
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Distance: Approximately 30 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 45 minutes to 1 hour
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Distance: Approximately 95 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 to 2 hours
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Distance: Approximately 25 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 30 minutes to 1 hour
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Distance: Approximately 50 miles
Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour
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Most rental companies offer roadside assistance that is available 24/7 by ringing a local or free number. Mechanical breakdowns are covered by the rental company (for example, engine and electrical faults). With many suppliers, repairs under $50 (US dollars) do not require authorization and will be reimbursed upon return of the rental (with a receipt), however, it’s still recommended to ring roadside assistance for any troubles.
As in the rest of the US, free camping is only allowed in designated areas, which can include national parks, state parks, truck stops, or rest stops as well as certain parking lots with permission from the store manager.
California is home to numerous RV parks and campgrounds, which cost around $35–$60 (USD) per night. These are suitable for all vehicle types, from travel trailers to larger recreational vehicles.
Generally, no. Most RV suppliers restrict travel into Mexico for RVs rented in the US. El Monte is the only exception to this, however, additional insurance is required.
Yes, many companies have rental centers in multiple locations throughout California and the US, making one-way rentals a great way to see more during your road trip.
San Francisco is a great starting point for those wanting to explore Northern California, with many attractions in the surrounding areas, including the famous Yosemite National Park.
For those heading through Southern California, Los Angeles is a good starting point. From there, you can head down the west coast to San Diego and throughout the surrounding area.
Class A RVs are the biggest, most expensive vehicles, and often come equipped with additional luxuries. Being larger they can be a little hard to maneuver for first-time drivers.
Class A motorhomes are built on either a vehicle chassis, commercial truck chassis, or a commercial bus chassis, and run on either diesel or gas, depending on the type of engine.
Usually, Class A vehicles are fully loaded with all amenities and a large living space.
A stay at an RV park will usually cost around $25–$80 (USD) per night.
The cost of campgrounds has risen in recent years due to the popularity of RV vacations in the US.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.
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