Berkeley Van Hire

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Cheap Van & Moving Truck Hire in Berkeley

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Top Tips for hiring a van in Berkeley

  • Berkeley cargo van rentals offer numerous options, whether in winter or summer, to get the job done. Their versatility makes it easy to maneuver around the city while doing transportation or delivery. It is thus not surprising that cargo vans are popular among businesspeople, including painters, electricians, building contractors, movers, carpet installers, and dry cleaners. Also, cargo vans are handy for moving handmade crafts and other wares to a stall at the neighboring market or relocating dorm and studio equipment to a new residence.
  • Both Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offer convenient gateways into Berkeley. Suppose you want to pick up your van immediately after landing; you will find other renters clearing to either take or drop off their cars. This results in long queues, and thus extended waiting time. To this end, book your van online in advance to avoid going through the slow processes at the rental counters and garages. It might also be helpful to confirm whether your preferred car rental agency allows you to return the vehicle at its other non-airport locations.
  • You will need a few skills and caution before driving Berkeley cargo van rentals. Due to their taller bodies, vans have a raised center of gravity and are more likely to tip over than regular cars. Therefore, drive within the stipulated limits, and be cautious when navigating a corner or entering and exiting a highway. Their longer, broader, and higher roofs require more clearance when approaching bridges, underpasses, and ceilings. When fully loaded, they are considerably heavy and accelerate slowly. You will thus need more distance when pulling out in traffic.
  • Most suburbs in California experience daily bouts of rush hour, and Berkeley is no exception. Usually, the jams occur in the mornings from 7 am to 9 am and in the evenings from 3 pm to 7 pm The evening traffic can be particularly severe as most people leave the city center for their homes, and you may find it best to have your timing right. I-80 at the Bay Bridge is one heavily affected spot that you should consider skirting around to avoid such a jam.
  • 25% of our users found a van hire in Berkeley for £69 or less

FAQs About Hiring a Van in Berkeley

  • Where is the best car rental location in Berkeley to rent cargo vans?

    As the service is immediate, you will find it convenient to pick up Berkeley cargo van rentals from Oakland (OAK) and San Francisco (SFO) airports. This convenience and flexibility are critical if you intend to leap into adventure as soon as you land. Moreover, some agencies, including Sixt, E-Z Rent-A-Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Advantage, Budget, Alamo, Fox, Hertz, and Thrifty. Also, these agencies run off-airport garages that are easily accessible from any part of the city. You will find Enterprise at 1706 San Pablo Ave., Avis at 600 Gilman St., and Budget at 2000 Kittredge St.

  • What is the most reliable cargo van brand to rent in Berkeley?

    Many cargo van brands are available in Berkeley, and choices may vary depending on individual needs and preferences. Nevertheless, because of their reliability, most reviews put Chevrolet Express and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter ahead of the pack. Chevrolet Express is well-known as a low-maintenance vehicle, hence a favorite in the area. On the other hand, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has heavy-duty capabilities, a spacious load compartment, and better fuel economy. The Mercedes-Benz and Chevrolet are highly adaptable in a wide range of environments and can handle any task.

  • Where are the best places to park cargo vans in Berkeley?

    Streetside parking can be very challenging in downtown Berkeley, particularly during peak weekday hours. However, parking garages offer convenient alternatives to streetside parallel parking. Remember that the parking lots are metered hourly, daily, or long-term. Areas near campus provide free overnight parking; you can leave your car all weekend. Lastly, take advantage of the complimentary parking at your hotel if you are keen to save a few coins.

  • How does KAYAK find such low van hire prices?

    KAYAK compares van hire prices from all major car hire companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.

  • How much does a van hire cost in Berkeley?

    On average a van hire in Berkeley costs £69 per day.

  • Which car hire companies in Berkeley hire vans?

    Car hire companies in Berkeley that hire vans include Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

  • How much does it cost to hire a van for a week in Berkeley?

    On average a van in Berkeley costs £485 per week (£69 per day) to hire.

  • How much does it cost to hire a van long term for a month in Berkeley?

    On average a van in Berkeley costs £2,080 per month (£485 per week) to hire.

Berkeley Van Hire Company Reviews

Budget

7.9

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.8

Value for money

7.6

2 locations in Berkeley

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Locations in Berkeley

2000 Kittredge Street

+1 510 666 1270

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00
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600 Gilman Street

+1 510 524 7237

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
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2.0 Poor

Mar 2024

KAYAK
I was not provided with the car category I was promised when booking online. I booked Toyota RAV4 and similar type, but I was given Nissan Kicks when I went to pick up the car. To add to the injury, the agent insulted my intelligence by claiming that the two cars are of same category. I am on vacation and didn’t want to challenge his claim and start an argument and ruin my vacation. I guess that might be exactly the reason why the rental company don’t care about fulfilling its own commitments. I am taking this up with the company and will update here whether I receive a credit back the differences in rental price.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2023

KAYAK
Tres bon accueil

6.4 Okay

Mar 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Upon dropping off the car, I was charged a higher amount than was on my original receipt. The receptionists at the dropoff location couldn't adequately explain why. They thought it was some insane reason like I picked up the car 10 minutes before my appointed time of noon on a Thursday...and that changed my rate somehow? I had to call Budget customer service to resolve it. Turns out they upcharged me for a sedan when I had reserved a compact car. I had nothing to do with that. I reserved a compact car and paid for a compact car. I just took whatever the hell car they gave me at the pickup location. The associate on the phone promised to refund me the difference.

9.6 Wonderful

Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very friendly and helpful!

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

easy and clean car

Cons:

N/a

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

The manager of this location is very friendly and helpful. Together with his colleague they made the pick-up and drop-off processes quite easy and smooth.

1 out of 5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4

Best rated
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.1

Value for money

7.2

Locations in Berkeley

1706 San Pablo Avenue

+1 510 526 3900

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00
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1990 Oxford St.

+1 510 223 6444

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
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3001 Shattuck Ave

+1 510 841 8300

Monday00:00 - 00:00
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5858 Horton St Ste 193

+1 510 223 6444

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Apr 2024

KAYAK
Well, first of all the fees I didn't know was Is going to happen. The car that I was gonna get wasn't charged yet.They wanted me to charge it before even took off. It was supposed to be 58$ and I knew that I was gonna have to get insurance but it was like 3 different types and roadside was seperate also. Soi was chargeed 30 to reserve it 96 for the rental and $100 extra . And the $300 deposit I didn't know about I had to go put cash in my bank when I came back they closed for the day. I wasn't able to get the car. So I missed the wedding.I was supposed to go to and that really sucked.

6.0 Okay

Feb 2024

KAYAK
Very long process to get the car, unnecessarily so. Had to talk to two people to leave with the car that I had reserved. I waited over 30 minutes in the lobby amongst other renters. Strange

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Nothing

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Super easy

Cons:

A hybrid

2.0 Poor

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

I got a text from Enterprise saying that there were no cars available from the location that was closest to me. Even though I reserved it through Kayak stating that the car that I reserved was available. Sucks. I canceled the reservation, went elsewhere.

2.0 Poor

Sept 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Did not have any vehicles available when I showed up, had to rent a vehicle through Budget, have not issued a refund yet.

1 out of 19

Hertz

7.2

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

7.2

One location in Berkeley

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Locations in Berkeley

1061 San Pablo Ave.

+1 510 558 1438

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

2.0 Poor

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing. Told me they didn’t haven’t care.

Cons:

Not being extremely rude, and announce they have the right to cancel my reservation at Hertz if they don’t have cars even though it said they do online. Multiple other car agencies said they do not have cars available. Hertz said they did and the man at the desk was very rude and unhelpful.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Poor poor poor. Everything is poor.

4.0 Mediocre

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Absolutely nothing was positive about this experience.

Cons:

The Albany Hertz: horribly understaffed with TERRIBLE service. Car rentals usually require some amount of patience, but this place is horrible. The phone rings off the hook, the wait is at least an hour, and they are totally understaffed.

2.0 Poor

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

4.0 Mediocre

Nov 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

I rented a car from Wednesday thru Sunday for a specific amount of money. When I picked up the car I was told they were closed Sunday and I would be charged for an extra day till Monday. They said if I had a problem to take it up with the on line place I rented it with.

1 out of 10

Avis

5.9

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

6.4

2 locations in Berkeley

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Locations in Berkeley

2000 Kittredge Street

+1 510 705 8991

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00
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600 Gilman Street

+1 510 558 0441

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly service, nice vehicles

10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Service at the location was excellent. Vehicle was excellent.

6.4 Okay

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

We called corporate office to extend reservation, and they said we were all set. We had our doubts because the girl my boyfriend talked to seemed confused. When we called the local drop off location, the next day. they said they had no extension on file and charged us a late fee.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff upon pickup were very good. The car was clean and in good condition.

Cons:

Returning was slow as there was only one employee who was staffing the desk, washing cars, and moving cars around the lot. This seems unfair both on the employee and customers waiting.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2016

KAYAK

Cons:

I was not made aware that a credit card was needed for rentals nor that a soft credit report would be pulled.

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

Very nice proprietor. Very nice car (upgrade from what I'd reserved). Helpful orienting me to car controls.

Cons:

Nothing I didn't like but I wish they didn't close so early on Saturday. Had to pay for an extra day because I couldn't get back from my trip by 1:00 PM and there was no option to leave the car and the keys.

1 out of 3

Thrifty

6.0

Okay

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One location in Berkeley

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Locations in Berkeley

1061 San Pablo Avenue

+1 510 558 1438

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
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203 travellers who hired a car in Berkeley gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.0

Car hire locations in or near Berkeley

Good to know

Most popular agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Average price

£69/day

Good deal

£69/day

When to book a van rental car in Berkeley

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